Ankhol - Talod, Sabar Kantha
Ankhol is a village situated in the Talod taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talod and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Ankhol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankhol is 510712. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.09 hectares and falls under the 383260 pincode. Talod is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ankhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prantij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankhol
According to the 2011 Census, Ankhol village had a total population of 1,405 people, including 732 males and 673 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.03%, with male literacy at 82.90% and female literacy at 52.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,405 | 732 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 118 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 509 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 223 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Ankhol
Ankhol 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 Ankhol
Public transport in the Ankhol 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 Talod to Ankhol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Ankhol is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankhol
Where is Ankhol located?
Ankhol village is located in Talod Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ankhol?
Ankhol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankhol?
The pincode of Ankhol is 383260.
What is the population of Ankhol?
Ankhol had a total population of 1,405, including 732 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Ankhol?
Ankhol had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankhol was 68.03%. Male literacy was 82.90% and female literacy was 52.32%.