Ankulpadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Ankulpadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hajaridang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankulpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankulpadar is 425350. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ankulpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankulpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Ankulpadar village had a total population of 210 people, including 99 males and 111 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.63%, with male literacy at 68.67% and female literacy at 23.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 57 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 42 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Ankulpadar
Ankulpadar 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 Ankulpadar
Public transport in the Ankulpadar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gunupur to Ankulpadar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ankulpadar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankulpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankulpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankulpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankulpadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ankulpadar
Where is Ankulpadar located?
Ankulpadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ankulpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankulpadar is Hajaridang.
What is the pincode of Ankulpadar?
The pincode of Ankulpadar is 765019.
What is the population of Ankulpadar?
Ankulpadar had a total population of 210, including 99 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Ankulpadar?
Ankulpadar had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankulpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankulpadar was 44.63%. Male literacy was 68.67% and female literacy was 23.40%.