Ankudi - Patrapur, Ganjam
Ankudi is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from Ramagiri and around 112 km from Chatrapur. Ankuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankudi is 413385. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ankudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankudi
According to the 2011 Census, Ankudi village had a total population of 195 people, including 95 males and 100 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.00%, with male literacy at 45.71% and female literacy at 8.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 195 | 95 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 95 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 32 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Ankudi
Ankudi 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 Ankudi
Ankudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Brahmapur to Ankudi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ankudi is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankudi
Where is Ankudi located?
Ankudi village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ankudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankudi is Ankuli.
What is the pincode of Ankudi?
The pincode of Ankudi is 761005.
What is the population of Ankudi?
Ankudi had a total population of 195, including 95 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Ankudi?
Ankudi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankudi was 26.00%. Male literacy was 45.71% and female literacy was 8.75%.