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
As per Census 2011, Ankampalem village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 102 males and 98 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankampalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 200, including 102 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Ankampalem?
There are 52 households in Ankampalem.
What is the literacy rate in Ankampalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankampalem is 41.00%. Male literacy is 47.06% and female literacy is 34.69%.