Ankisa Mal - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Ankisa Mal is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 234 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Ankisa Mal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankisa Mal is 540140. The village covers a total geographical area of 1242 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 225 km away.
Ankisa Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ankisa Mal
As per Census 2011, Ankisa Mal village has a total population of 3,934 people, consisting of 1,964 males and 1,970 females. The village has 1,058 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,261 literate and 1,673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankisa Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,934 | 1,964 | 1,970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 193 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 347 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 130 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 2,261 | 1,292 | 969 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,673 | 672 | 1,001 |
Nearby Villages of Ankisa Mal
Ankisa Mal 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 Mal
Ankisa Mal 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 Ballarpur to Ankisa Mal is about 225 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Ankisa Mal is about 234 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankisa Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankisa Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankisa Mal
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 Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ankisa Mal
Where is Ankisa Mal located?
Ankisa Mal village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankisa Mal?
Ankisa Mal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankisa Mal?
The pincode of Ankisa Mal is 442504.
What is the population of Ankisa Mal?
Ankisa Mal has a total population of 3,934, including 1,964 males and 1,970 females.
How many households are there in Ankisa Mal?
There are 1,058 households in Ankisa Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Ankisa Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankisa Mal is 57.47%. Male literacy is 65.78% and female literacy is 49.19%.