Ankhola
Ankhola is a village located in Habra I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Prafullanagar (tehsildar office) and 32.9km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Kumra is the gram panchayat of Ankhola village.
Here you can discover what makes Ankhola unique in its vibrant Habra I-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Ankhola’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 Ankhola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ankhola is 322891. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743704. Habra is nearest town to Ankhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ankhola 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 Habra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barasat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ankhola
Population of Ankhola
According to the 2011 Census, Ankhola has a total population of about 1,868, with approximately 983 males and 885 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,625 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.16%, with male literacy at about 80.87% and female literacy near 68.81%. There are around 412 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ankhola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,868 | 983 | 885 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,625 | 865 | 760 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 1,404 | 795 | 609 |
Illiterate Population | 464 | 188 | 276 |
Connectivity of Ankhola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ankhola. As per the 2011 stats, Ankhola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ankhola
Knowing the nearby villages of Ankhola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ankhola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ankhola
- Where is Ankhola located?
- Ankhola village is situated in Habra I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ankhola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ankhola is Kumra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ankhola?
- The pincode of Ankhola is 743704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ankhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ankhola is 1,868, with 983 males and 885 females.
- How many households are there in Ankhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ankhola village has a total of 412 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ankhola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ankhola is 75.16%. The male literacy rate is 80.87%, while the female literacy rate is 68.81%.