Ankadiya - Chotila, Surendranagar
Ankadiya is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Ankadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankadiya is 512406. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.42 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ankadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Ankadiya village had a total population of 569 people, including 290 males and 279 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.09%, with male literacy at 65.27% and female literacy at 43.66%.
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 | 569 | 290 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 51 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 156 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 134 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Ankadiya
Ankadiya 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 Ankadiya
Ankadiya 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Ankadiya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Ankadiya is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankadiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ankadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankadiya
Where is Ankadiya located?
Ankadiya village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ankadiya?
Ankadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankadiya?
The pincode of Ankadiya is 363520.
What is the population of Ankadiya?
Ankadiya had a total population of 569, including 290 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Ankadiya?
Ankadiya had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankadiya was 55.09%. Male literacy was 65.27% and female literacy was 43.66%.