Ankula - Kotpad, Koraput
Ankula is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankula is 428098. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ankula 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 Ankula
As per Census 2011, Ankula village has a total population of 915 people, consisting of 468 males and 447 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 832 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 468 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 832 | 428 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 302 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 166 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Ankula
Ankula 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 Ankula
Public transport in the Ankula 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 Ankula is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ankula is about 79 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 Ankula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankula 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 Ankula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankula 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 Ankula
Where is Ankula located?
Ankula village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankula?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankula is Girla.
What is the pincode of Ankula?
The pincode of Ankula is 764058.
What is the population of Ankula?
Ankula has a total population of 915, including 468 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Ankula?
There are 215 households in Ankula.
What is the literacy rate in Ankula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankula is 50.82%. Male literacy is 64.53% and female literacy is 36.47%.