Akauni - Imamganj, Gaya
Akauni is a village situated in the Imamganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Imamganj and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sidhpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akauni is 256027. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 824206 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Akauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Akauni
According to the 2011 Census, Akauni village had a total population of 553 people, including 300 males and 253 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.75%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 32.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 424.
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 | 553 | 300 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 228 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 132 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 168 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Akauni
Akauni 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 Akauni
Akauni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Akauni is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Akauni is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akauni 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akauni 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 Akauni
Where is Akauni located?
Akauni village is located in Imamganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Akauni is Sidhpur.
What is the pincode of Akauni?
The pincode of Akauni is 824206.
What is the population of Akauni?
Akauni had a total population of 553, including 300 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Akauni?
Akauni had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akauni was 44.75%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 32.65%.