Ankia
Ankia is a village located in Chandanpur tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Chandanpur (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Pratapramachandrapur is the gram panchayat of Ankia village.
Here you can discover what makes Ankia unique in its vibrant Chandanpur-Puri region. You’ll see Ankia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ankia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ankia is 409730. The village spans a total geographical area of 79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752012. Puri is nearest town to Ankia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ankia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Puri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ankia
Population of Ankia
According to the 2011 Census, Ankia has a total population of about 554, with approximately 285 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 88.09%, with male literacy at about 89.12% and female literacy near 86.99%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ankia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 285 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 488 | 254 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
Connectivity of Ankia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ankia. As per the 2011 stats, Ankia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ankia
Knowing the nearby villages of Ankia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ankia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ankia
- Where is Ankia located?
- Ankia village is situated in Chandanpur Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ankia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ankia is Pratapramachandrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ankia?
- The pincode of Ankia is 752012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ankia is 554, with 285 males and 269 females.
- How many households are there in Ankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ankia village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ankia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ankia is 88.09%. The male literacy rate is 89.12%, while the female literacy rate is 86.99%.