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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Anantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Anantapur village had a total population of 3,140 people, including 1,641 males and 1,499 females, living in 649 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.92%, with male literacy at 73.56% and female literacy at 68.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 272, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,140, including 1,641 males and 1,499 females.
How many households are there in Anantapur?
Anantapur had 649 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantapur was 70.92%. Male literacy was 73.56% and female literacy was 68.04%.