Anantapur - Kaliganj, Nadia
Anantapur is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 47.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hatgachha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantapur is 321330. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.32 hectares and falls under the 741137 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Anantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Anantapur village had a total population of 1,366 people, including 722 males and 644 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.76%, with male literacy at 55.95% and female literacy at 53.46%.
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 | 1,366 | 722 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 109 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 343 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 379 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Anantapur
Anantapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baninathpur | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Bashar Khola | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Kamari | East | 1.55 km |
| Kuturia | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Char Sujapur | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Kaliganj | North | 2.09 km |
| Chak Kuturia | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Jayrampur | West | 2.49 km |
| Tegharia | South | 2.68 km |
| Sahapur | North-East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anantapur
Public transport in the Anantapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Debagram, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Anantapur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Anantapur is about 47.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anantapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anantapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anantapur
Where is Anantapur located?
Anantapur village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantapur is Hatgachha.
What is the pincode of Anantapur?
The pincode of Anantapur is 741137.
What is the population of Anantapur?
Anantapur had a total population of 1,366, including 722 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Anantapur?
Anantapur had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantapur was 54.76%. Male literacy was 55.95% and female literacy was 53.46%.