Ankalwa - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Ankalwa is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Lunawada and around 52 km from Godhra. Ankalwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankalwa is 518210. The village covers a total geographical area of 662.66 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ankalwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankalwa
As per Census 2011, Ankalwa village has a total population of 1,631 people, consisting of 844 males and 787 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankalwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 844 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 125 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 630 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 214 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Ankalwa
Ankalwa 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 Ankalwa
Ankalwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lunawada to Ankalwa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Ankalwa is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankalwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankalwa 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ankalwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankalwa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ankalwa
Where is Ankalwa located?
Ankalwa village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankalwa?
Ankalwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankalwa?
The pincode of Ankalwa is 389230.
What is the population of Ankalwa?
Ankalwa has a total population of 1,631, including 844 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Ankalwa?
There are 340 households in Ankalwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ankalwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankalwa is 65.60%. Male literacy is 74.64% and female literacy is 55.91%.