Anandapur - Sankrail, Jhargram
Anandapur is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Dhanghori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anandapur is 341172. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.66 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Anandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Anandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Anandapur village had a total population of 370 people, including 186 males and 184 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.42%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 86.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 370 | 186 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 38 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Anandapur
Anandapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Anandapur
Anandapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Anandapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anandapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anandapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anandapur
Where is Anandapur located?
Anandapur village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anandapur is Dhanghori.
What is the pincode of Anandapur?
The pincode of Anandapur is 721517.
What is the population of Anandapur?
Anandapur had a total population of 370, including 186 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Anandapur?
Anandapur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anandapur was 89.42%. Male literacy was 92.50% and female literacy was 86.18%.