Akanda - Desali Circle, Lower Dibang Valley
Akanda is a village situated in the Desali Circle of Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Desali and around 115 km from Roing. Desali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akanda is 266092. The village falls under the 792110 pincode.
Akanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akanda
According to the 2011 Census, Akanda village had a total population of 27 people, including 17 males and 10 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 588 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 37.50% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Akanda
Akanda 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 Akanda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Akanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Roing to Akanda is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akanda
Where is Akanda located?
Akanda village is located in Desali Circle Circle, Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Akanda is Desali.
What is the pincode of Akanda?
The pincode of Akanda is 792110.
What is the population of Akanda?
Akanda had a total population of 27, including 17 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Akanda?
Akanda had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akanda was 40.00%. Male literacy was 37.50% and female literacy was 44.44%.