Akha - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Akha is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Bispatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akha is 226166. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.6 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Akha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akha
As per Census 2011, Akha village has a total population of 3,069 people, consisting of 1,593 males and 1,476 females. The village has 717 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 715 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,322 literate and 1,747 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,005 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,069 | 1,593 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 715 | 372 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,005 | 522 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,322 | 816 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,747 | 777 | 970 |
Nearby Villages of Akha
Akha 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 Akha
Akha 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 Murliganj to Akha is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Akha is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akha
Where is Akha located?
Akha village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akha?
The Gram Panchayat of Akha is Bispatti.
What is the pincode of Akha?
The pincode of Akha is 852219.
What is the population of Akha?
Akha has a total population of 3,069, including 1,593 males and 1,476 females.
How many households are there in Akha?
There are 717 households in Akha.
What is the literacy rate in Akha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akha is 43.08%. Male literacy is 51.22% and female literacy is 34.28%.