Ankalva - Hansot, Bharuch
Ankalva is a village situated in the Hansot taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hansot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Ankalva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankalva is 522416. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080.96 hectares and falls under the 392012 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ankalva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ankalva
As per Census 2011, Ankalva village has a total population of 680 people, consisting of 352 males and 328 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankalva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 352 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 115 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 277 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 75 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Ankalva
Ankalva 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 Ankalva
Public transport in the Ankalva is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Ankalva is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Ankalva is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankalva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankalva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankalva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankalva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ankalva
Where is Ankalva located?
Ankalva village is located in Hansot Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankalva?
Ankalva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankalva?
The pincode of Ankalva is 392012.
What is the population of Ankalva?
Ankalva has a total population of 680, including 352 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Ankalva?
There are 157 households in Ankalva.
What is the literacy rate in Ankalva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankalva is 74.41%. Male literacy is 78.69% and female literacy is 69.82%.