Ankolvadi - Talala, Gir Somnath
Ankolvadi is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Talala and around 85 km from Junagadh. Ankolvadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankolvadi is 514967. The village covers a total geographical area of 1494.63 hectares and falls under the 362140 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ankolvadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankolvadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ankolvadi village had a total population of 6,657 people, including 3,578 males and 3,079 females, living in 1,326 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.66%, with male literacy at 85.28% and female literacy at 66.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 354, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 6,657 | 3,578 | 3,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 331 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 183 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,617 | 2,769 | 1,848 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,040 | 809 | 1,231 |
Nearby Villages of Ankolvadi
Ankolvadi 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 Ankolvadi
Public transport in the Ankolvadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ankolvadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talala to Ankolvadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ankolvadi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankolvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankolvadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankolvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankolvadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankolvadi
Where is Ankolvadi located?
Ankolvadi village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankolvadi?
Ankolvadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankolvadi?
The pincode of Ankolvadi is 362140.
What is the population of Ankolvadi?
Ankolvadi had a total population of 6,657, including 3,578 males and 3,079 females.
How many households are there in Ankolvadi?
Ankolvadi had 1,326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankolvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankolvadi was 76.66%. Male literacy was 85.28% and female literacy was 66.57%.