Anikola
Anikola is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Anikola village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ainkola is the gram panchayat of Anikola village.
Here you can discover what makes Anikola unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Anikola’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 Anikola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Anikola is 343879. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721457. Kharagpur is nearest town to Anikola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Anikola
Population of Anikola
According to the 2011 Census, Anikola has a total population of about 1,579, with approximately 800 males and 779 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 461. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.85%, with male literacy at about 58.88% and female literacy near 42.62%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Anikola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 800 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 231 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 471 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 329 | 447 |
Connectivity of Anikola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Anikola. As per the 2011 stats, Anikola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Anikola
Knowing the nearby villages of Anikola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Anikola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Anikola
- Where is Anikola located?
- Anikola village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Anikola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Anikola is Ainkola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Anikola?
- The pincode of Anikola is 721457, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Anikola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Anikola is 1,579, with 800 males and 779 females.
- How many households are there in Anikola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Anikola village has a total of 373 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Anikola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Anikola is 50.85%. The male literacy rate is 58.88%, while the female literacy rate is 42.62%.