Ankalkhop
Ankalkhop is a village located in Palus tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Palus (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Ankalkhop village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ankalkhop unique in its vibrant Palus-Sangli region. You’ll see Ankalkhop’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ankalkhop
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ankalkhop is 568431. The village spans a total geographical area of 2099 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416316. Ashta is nearest town to Ankalkhop village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ankalkhop village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ankalkhop
Population of Ankalkhop
According to the 2011 Census, Ankalkhop has a total population of about 9,706, with approximately 5,055 males and 4,651 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 891 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,547 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 48. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.45%, with male literacy at about 81.72% and female literacy near 76.97%. There are around 1,972 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ankalkhop's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,706 | 5,055 | 4,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 891 | 506 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,547 | 784 | 763 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 7,711 | 4,131 | 3,580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,995 | 924 | 1,071 |
Connectivity of Ankalkhop
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ankalkhop. As per the 2011 stats, Ankalkhop had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ankalkhop
Knowing the nearby villages of Ankalkhop helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ankalkhop.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ankalkhop
- Where is Ankalkhop located?
- Ankalkhop village is situated in Palus Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ankalkhop?
- Ankalkhop serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ankalkhop?
- The pincode of Ankalkhop is 416316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ankalkhop as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ankalkhop is 9,706, with 5,055 males and 4,651 females.
- How many households are there in Ankalkhop as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ankalkhop village has a total of 1,972 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ankalkhop as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ankalkhop is 79.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.72%, while the female literacy rate is 76.97%.