Ankusi - Lakhnaur, Madhubani
Ankusi is a village situated in the Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnaur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Lakhnaur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankusi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankusi is 220825. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.1 hectares and falls under the 847403 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ankusi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ankusi
As per Census 2011, Ankusi village has a total population of 3,120 people, consisting of 1,608 males and 1,512 females. The village has 688 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 629 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 1,935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 725 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankusi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,120 | 1,608 | 1,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 311 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 725 | 369 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 758 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,935 | 850 | 1,085 |
Nearby Villages of Ankusi
Ankusi 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 Ankusi
Ankusi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ankusi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Ankusi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Ankusi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankusi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankusi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankusi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankusi 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 Ankusi
Where is Ankusi located?
Ankusi village is located in Lakhnaur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankusi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankusi is Lakhnaur East.
What is the pincode of Ankusi?
The pincode of Ankusi is 847403.
What is the population of Ankusi?
Ankusi has a total population of 3,120, including 1,608 males and 1,512 females.
How many households are there in Ankusi?
There are 688 households in Ankusi.
What is the literacy rate in Ankusi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankusi is 37.98%. Male literacy is 47.14% and female literacy is 28.24%.