Andharia - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Andharia is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Pingbani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andharia is 336512. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.62 hectares and falls under the 721128 pincode. Gerhbeta is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Andharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andharia
According to the 2011 Census, Andharia village had a total population of 131 people, including 59 males and 72 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.04%, with male literacy at 58.49% and female literacy at 48.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 131 | 59 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 57 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Andharia
Andharia 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 Andharia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Andharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gerhbeta to Andharia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andharia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andharia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andharia
Where is Andharia located?
Andharia village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Andharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Andharia is Pingbani.
What is the pincode of Andharia?
The pincode of Andharia is 721128.
What is the population of Andharia?
Andharia had a total population of 131, including 59 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Andharia?
Andharia had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andharia was 53.04%. Male literacy was 58.49% and female literacy was 48.39%.