Ankura

Ankura is a village located in Jhalda I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 53.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Marumosina is the gram panchayat of Ankura village.

Ankura has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ankura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ankura is 331277. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723212. Jhalda is nearest town to Ankura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Ankura

Below is a concise population overview of Ankura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 601 308 293
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 31 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 80 37 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 406 259 147
Illiterate Population 195 49 146

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ankura village:

  • The total population of Ankura village is around 601, including approximately 308 males and 293 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Ankura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ankura village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ankura village is about 67.55%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 50.17%.
  • There are around 126 households in Ankura village.

Connectivity of Ankura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ankura. As per the 2011 stats, Ankura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ankura

Knowing the nearby villages of Ankura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ankura.

Bansa Paparu Kerawari Chamardag Uhupiri Buribir Tulin Bandi Alias Jagannathdi Chaupad Magha Chandamosina

Frequently Asked Questions about Ankura

Where is Ankura located?
Ankura village is situated in Jhalda I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankura is Marumosina (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ankura?
The pincode of Ankura is 723212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ankura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ankura is 601, with 308 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Ankura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ankura village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ankura is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 84.09%, while the female literacy rate is 50.17%.