Ankammanahal - Sandur, Ballari
Ankammanahal is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from Sandur and around 70 km from Bellary. Kalingeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankammanahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankammanahal is 604970. The village covers a total geographical area of 2015.17 hectares and falls under the 583128 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ankammanahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankammanahal
As per Census 2011, Ankammanahal village has a total population of 2,462 people, consisting of 1,251 males and 1,211 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 851 literate and 1,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,097 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankammanahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,462 | 1,251 | 1,211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 205 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,097 | 1,066 | 1,031 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 583 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 668 | 943 |
Nearby Villages of Ankammanahal
Ankammanahal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Devaramallapur | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Somalapur | North | 3.76 km |
| Kalingeri | South | 4.26 km |
| Bandri | West | 4.66 km |
| Karthikeshwar | East | 5.92 km |
| Yeswanthanagar | North | 5.94 km |
| Thippanamaradi | South | 6.00 km |
| Jiginahalli | South-East | 6.34 km |
| Swamy Halli | East | 6.39 km |
| Hirekeriyaginahalli | South-West | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ankammanahal
Ankammanahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bayaluvaddigeri, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Ankammanahal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Ankammanahal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankammanahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankammanahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ankammanahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankammanahal 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 Ankammanahal
Where is Ankammanahal located?
Ankammanahal village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankammanahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankammanahal is Kalingeri.
What is the pincode of Ankammanahal?
The pincode of Ankammanahal is 583128.
What is the population of Ankammanahal?
Ankammanahal has a total population of 2,462, including 1,251 males and 1,211 females.
How many households are there in Ankammanahal?
There are 374 households in Ankammanahal.
What is the literacy rate in Ankammanahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankammanahal is 34.57%. Male literacy is 46.60% and female literacy is 22.13%.