Ansalo - Nimapada, Puri
Ansalo is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bhogasalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ansalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ansalo is 408973. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ansalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ansalo
As per Census 2011, Ansalo village has a total population of 1,374 people, consisting of 679 males and 695 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ansalo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,374 | 679 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 251 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 574 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 105 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Ansalo
Ansalo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badarikilo | South | 1.26 km |
| Panchumaila | East | 1.37 km |
| Kanhapur | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Bhiligram | North | 1.70 km |
| Sarbapada | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Singharpur | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Nadhana | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Bishnupur | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Sanrikilo | South | 2.25 km |
| Kantia | East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ansalo
Ansalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Ansalo is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ansalo is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ansalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ansalo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ansalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ansalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ansalo
Where is Ansalo located?
Ansalo village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ansalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Ansalo is Bhogasalada.
What is the pincode of Ansalo?
The pincode of Ansalo is 752106.
What is the population of Ansalo?
Ansalo has a total population of 1,374, including 679 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Ansalo?
There are 313 households in Ansalo.
What is the literacy rate in Ansalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ansalo is 77.87%. Male literacy is 84.54% and female literacy is 71.37%.