Anchalaguda - Kotpad, Koraput
Anchalaguda is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anchalaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anchalaguda is 428107. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Anchalaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anchalaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Anchalaguda village had a total population of 127 people, including 68 males and 59 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.84%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 41.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 40 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 28 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Anchalaguda
Anchalaguda 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 Anchalaguda
Public transport in the Anchalaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Anchalaguda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Anchalaguda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anchalaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anchalaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anchalaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anchalaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Anchalaguda
Where is Anchalaguda located?
Anchalaguda village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Anchalaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Anchalaguda is Girla.
What is the pincode of Anchalaguda?
The pincode of Anchalaguda is 764058.
What is the population of Anchalaguda?
Anchalaguda had a total population of 127, including 68 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Anchalaguda?
Anchalaguda had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anchalaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anchalaguda was 57.84%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 41.30%.