Andankhed - Arakera, Raichur
Andankhed is a village situated in the Arakera taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Devadurga and around 60 km from Raichur. Ramadurga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andankhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andankhed is 600663. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.72 hectares and falls under the 584111 pincode.
Andankhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Andankhed
Andankhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tippapur | North | 1.16 km |
| Kadligud | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Javgud | West | 2.48 km |
| Durg | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Amrapur | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Laxminarayanapura | East | 3.32 km |
| Jinnapur | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Maladkal | South | 4.37 km |
| Govindpalli | West | 4.38 km |
| Sunkeshwarhal | North | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andankhed
Andankhed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Yadalapur, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Raichur to Andankhed is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andankhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andankhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Andankhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andankhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andankhed
Where is Andankhed located?
Andankhed village is located in Arakera Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andankhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Andankhed is Ramadurga.
What is the pincode of Andankhed?
The pincode of Andankhed is 584111.