Ankorha - Obra, Aurangabad
Ankorha is a village situated in the Obra subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Obra and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Gaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankorha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankorha is 253336. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 824124 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ankorha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankorha
According to the 2011 Census, Ankorha village had a total population of 956 people, including 512 males and 444 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.64%, with male literacy at 90.89% and female literacy at 75.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238.
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 | 956 | 512 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 133 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 399 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 113 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Ankorha
Ankorha 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 Ankorha
Ankorha 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 5-10 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 Aurangabad to Ankorha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankorha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankorha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankorha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankorha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankorha
Where is Ankorha located?
Ankorha village is located in Obra Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankorha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankorha is Gaini.
What is the pincode of Ankorha?
The pincode of Ankorha is 824124.
What is the population of Ankorha?
Ankorha had a total population of 956, including 512 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Ankorha?
Ankorha had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankorha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankorha was 83.64%. Male literacy was 90.89% and female literacy was 75.39%.