Ankisa Chak - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Ankisa Chak is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 256 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Golagudam serves as the Village Panchayat for Ankisa Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankisa Chak is 540125. The village covers a total geographical area of 503 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Ankisa Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ankisa Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Ankisa Chak village had a total population of 1,084 people, including 531 males and 553 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.90%, with male literacy at 55.88% and female literacy at 44.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 1,084 | 531 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 116 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 266 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 265 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Ankisa Chak
Ankisa Chak 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 Ankisa Chak
Ankisa Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Mancherial to Ankisa Chak is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Ankisa Chak is about 256 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankisa Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankisa Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ankisa Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankisa Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankisa Chak
Where is Ankisa Chak located?
Ankisa Chak village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ankisa Chak?
The Village Panchayat of Ankisa Chak is Golagudam.
What is the pincode of Ankisa Chak?
The pincode of Ankisa Chak is 442504.
What is the population of Ankisa Chak?
Ankisa Chak had a total population of 1,084, including 531 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Ankisa Chak?
Ankisa Chak had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankisa Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankisa Chak was 49.90%. Male literacy was 55.88% and female literacy was 44.15%.