Andharia - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Andharia is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from Sarisha and around 40.9 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andharia is 334452. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.13 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Andharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andharia
As per Census 2011, Andharia village has a total population of 614 people, consisting of 310 males and 304 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 614 | 310 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 145 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 249 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 61 | 89 |
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
Andharia 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 Andharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Andharia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Andharia is about 40.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Andharia
Where is Andharia located?
Andharia village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Andharia is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Andharia?
The pincode of Andharia is 743504.
What is the population of Andharia?
Andharia has a total population of 614, including 310 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Andharia?
There are 161 households in Andharia.
What is the literacy rate in Andharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andharia is 75.57%. Male literacy is 80.32% and female literacy is 70.72%.