Askipal - Sukruli, Mayurbhanj

Askipal is a village situated in the Sukruli tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Raruan and around 135 km from Baripada. Teranty serves as the Gram Panchayat for Askipal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Askipal is 388691. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.

Askipal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Askipal

According to the 2011 Census, Askipal village had a total population of 517 people, including 263 males and 254 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.10%, with male literacy at 60.09% and female literacy at 37.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Askipal

Askipal 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Askipal

Askipal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maluka, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Askipal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Askipal is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Askipal

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askipal village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Askipal

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askipal village are given below:

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