Anantapur - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Anantapur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 47.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Majhergram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantapur is 322152. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.65 hectares and falls under the 741238 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anantapur
As per Census 2011, Anantapur village has a total population of 2,151 people, consisting of 1,099 males and 1,052 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,544 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,716 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,151 | 1,099 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,716 | 882 | 834 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 824 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 275 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Anantapur
Anantapur 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 Anantapur
Anantapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Anantapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Anantapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Anantapur
Where is Anantapur located?
Anantapur village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantapur is Majhergram.
What is the pincode of Anantapur?
The pincode of Anantapur is 741238.
What is the population of Anantapur?
Anantapur has a total population of 2,151, including 1,099 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Anantapur?
There are 474 households in Anantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Anantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantapur is 71.78%. Male literacy is 74.98% and female literacy is 68.44%.