Ankampalem - Sankhavaram, Kakinada
Ankampalem is a village situated in the Sankhavaram mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Sankhavaram and around 65 km from Kakinada. Pedamallapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankampalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankampalem is 587033. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 533446 pincode. Pithapuram is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ankampalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ankampalem
According to the 2011 Census, Ankampalem village had a total population of 200 people, including 102 males and 98 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.40%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 54 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Ankampalem
Ankampalem 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 Ankampalem
Ankampalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pithapuram to Ankampalem is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Ankampalem is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankampalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankampalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ankampalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankampalem 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ankampalem
Where is Ankampalem located?
Ankampalem village is located in Sankhavaram Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankampalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankampalem is Pedamallapuram.
What is the pincode of Ankampalem?
The pincode of Ankampalem is 533446.
What is the population of Ankampalem?
Ankampalem had a total population of 200, including 102 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Ankampalem?
Ankampalem had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankampalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankampalem was 47.40%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 40.00%.