Ankusapur - Kukudakhandi, Ganjam
Ankusapur is a village situated in the Kukudakhandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Brahmapur Sadar and around 30 km from Chatrapur. Ankushapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankusapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankusapur is 412575. The village covers a total geographical area of 582 hectares and falls under the 761100 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ankusapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankusapur
As per Census 2011, Ankusapur village has a total population of 5,348 people, consisting of 2,893 males and 2,455 females. The village has 1,030 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,737 literate and 1,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 875 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankusapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,348 | 2,893 | 2,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 300 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 875 | 451 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,737 | 2,240 | 1,497 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 653 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Ankusapur
Ankusapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratnapur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Dakhinapur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Raijhala | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Ambagada | South | 2.21 km |
| Bodalundi | West | 2.89 km |
| Dayapalli | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Chaitanapada | North | 4.02 km |
| Bhagabanpur | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Godarapalli | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Baghajhori | West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ankusapur
Ankusapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Brahmapur to Ankusapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ankusapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankusapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankusapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankusapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankusapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ankusapur
Where is Ankusapur located?
Ankusapur village is located in Kukudakhandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankusapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankusapur is Ankushapur.
What is the pincode of Ankusapur?
The pincode of Ankusapur is 761100.
What is the population of Ankusapur?
Ankusapur has a total population of 5,348, including 2,893 males and 2,455 females.
How many households are there in Ankusapur?
There are 1,030 households in Ankusapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ankusapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankusapur is 69.88%. Male literacy is 77.43% and female literacy is 60.98%.