Ankhor

Ankhor is a village located in Dandkhora subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dandkhora (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Sauria is the gram panchayat of Ankhor village.

Ankhor has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ankhor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ankhor is 225445. The village spans a total geographical area of 137 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Ankhor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Ankhor

Below is a concise population overview of Ankhor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 828 421 407
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 103 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 211 108 103
Literate Population 271 165 106
Illiterate Population 557 256 301

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ankhor village:

  • The total population of Ankhor village is around 828, including approximately 421 males and 407 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 182 children aged 0–6 years in Ankhor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ankhor village has 211 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ankhor village is about 32.73%, with male literacy at 39.19% and female literacy at 26.04%.
  • There are around 187 households in Ankhor village.

Connectivity of Ankhor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ankhor. As per the 2011 stats, Ankhor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ankhor

Knowing the nearby villages of Ankhor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ankhor.

Ghoghra Hamsaili Bhamraili Budhali Sauria Sihla Ram Bhadarpur Shankarpur Ratanpura Shankarpura Nima

Frequently Asked Questions about Ankhor

Where is Ankhor located?
Ankhor village is situated in Dandkhora Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankhor is Sauria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ankhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ankhor is 828, with 421 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Ankhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ankhor village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankhor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ankhor is 32.73%. The male literacy rate is 39.19%, while the female literacy rate is 26.04%.