Anantapur - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Anantapur is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from Bhangar and around 61.6 km from Alipore. Polerhat-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantapur is 333713. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.85 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Dum Dum is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Anantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Anantapur
As per Census 2011, Anantapur village has a total population of 3,140 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,499 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,907 literate and 1,233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,140 | 1,641 | 1,499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 238 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 134 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,907 | 1,032 | 875 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 609 | 624 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dum Dum to Anantapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Anantapur is about 61.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantapur is Polerhat-i.
What is the pincode of Anantapur?
The pincode of Anantapur is 743502.
What is the population of Anantapur?
Anantapur has a total population of 3,140, including 1,641 males and 1,499 females.
How many households are there in Anantapur?
There are 649 households in Anantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Anantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantapur is 60.73%. Male literacy is 62.89% and female literacy is 58.37%.