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
As per Census 2011, Ankulpadar village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 99 males and 111 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankulpadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 210, including 99 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Ankulpadar?
There are 49 households in Ankulpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Ankulpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankulpadar is 37.62%. Male literacy is 57.58% and female literacy is 19.82%.