Ankali - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Ankali is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Devgadbaria and around 65 km from Dohad. Ankali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankali is 519562. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117.7 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ankali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankali
As per Census 2011, Ankali village has a total population of 3,574 people, consisting of 1,761 males and 1,813 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 732 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,560 literate and 2,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 835 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,574 | 1,761 | 1,813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 732 | 383 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 835 | 421 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 1,560 | 954 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,014 | 807 | 1,207 |
Nearby Villages of Ankali
Ankali 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 Ankali
Public transport in the Ankali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devgadbaria to Ankali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Ankali 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 Ankali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ankali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ankali
Where is Ankali located?
Ankali village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankali?
Ankali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankali?
The pincode of Ankali is 389380.
What is the population of Ankali?
Ankali has a total population of 3,574, including 1,761 males and 1,813 females.
How many households are there in Ankali?
There are 575 households in Ankali.
What is the literacy rate in Ankali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankali is 43.65%. Male literacy is 54.17% and female literacy is 33.43%.