Aingol - Gop, Puri
Aingol is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sorava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aingol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aingol is 409490. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Aingol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aingol
According to the 2011 Census, Aingol village had a total population of 890 people, including 456 males and 434 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.44%, with male literacy at 75.44% and female literacy at 59.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 890 | 456 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 298 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 158 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Aingol
Aingol 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Muruda | North | 0.82 km |
| Kajalpatia | South | 0.89 km |
| Murudabada | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Furusipada | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Runkei | East | 1.27 km |
| Badakusti | South | 1.53 km |
| Bagal | South | 1.57 km |
| Sorabha | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Patapur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Upula | South-West | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aingol
Aingol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| 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 Puri to Aingol is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aingol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aingol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aingol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aingol 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 Aingol
Where is Aingol located?
Aingol village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aingol?
The Gram Panchayat of Aingol is Sorava.
What is the pincode of Aingol?
The pincode of Aingol is 752107.
What is the population of Aingol?
Aingol had a total population of 890, including 456 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Aingol?
Aingol had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aingol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aingol was 67.44%. Male literacy was 75.44% and female literacy was 59.10%.