Akrua - Piro, Bhojpur
Akrua is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Akaruan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akrua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akrua is 247314. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 802155 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Akrua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akrua
As per Census 2011, Akrua village has a total population of 3,309 people, consisting of 1,643 males and 1,666 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,993 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akrua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,309 | 1,643 | 1,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 307 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 202 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,993 | 1,158 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 485 | 831 |
Nearby Villages of Akrua
Akrua 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 Akrua
Akrua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akrua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Akrua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Akrua is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akrua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akrua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akrua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akrua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akrua
Where is Akrua located?
Akrua village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akrua?
The Gram Panchayat of Akrua is Akaruan.
What is the pincode of Akrua?
The pincode of Akrua is 802155.
What is the population of Akrua?
Akrua has a total population of 3,309, including 1,643 males and 1,666 females.
How many households are there in Akrua?
There are 531 households in Akrua.
What is the literacy rate in Akrua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akrua is 60.23%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 50.12%.