Andle - Ankola, Uttara Kannada
Andle is a village situated in the Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ankola and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Mogta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andle is 603390. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.5 hectares and falls under the 581344 pincode. Ankola is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Andle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andle
According to the 2011 Census, Andle village had a total population of 348 people, including 171 males and 177 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 78.53%.
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 | 348 | 171 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Andle
Andle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balale | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Karebail | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Mogta | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Ulware | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Takatgeri | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Yennemadi | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Kodsani | North | 2.63 km |
| Madangeri | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Hiregutti | South | 3.07 km |
| Devigadde | West | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andle
Andle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gokarna Road, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ankola to Andle is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Andle 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 Andle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andle 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 Andle
Where is Andle located?
Andle village is located in Ankola Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andle?
The Gram Panchayat of Andle is Mogta.
What is the pincode of Andle?
The pincode of Andle is 581344.
What is the population of Andle?
Andle had a total population of 348, including 171 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Andle?
Andle had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andle was 83.23%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 78.53%.