Akhtiarpur - Banmankhi, Purnia
Akhtiarpur is a village situated in the Banmankhi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banmankhi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Majhuwa Prem Raj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akhtiarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhtiarpur is 223064. The village covers a total geographical area of 938 hectares and falls under the 854102 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Akhtiarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akhtiarpur
As per Census 2011, Akhtiarpur village has a total population of 8,282 people, consisting of 4,211 males and 4,071 females. The village has 1,660 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,920 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,686 literate and 5,596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhtiarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,282 | 4,211 | 4,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,920 | 998 | 922 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,532 | 768 | 764 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,686 | 1,658 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,596 | 2,553 | 3,043 |
Nearby Villages of Akhtiarpur
Akhtiarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manakhodawand Nagar | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Kataha | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Mahadeopur | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Sarsi Istamrar | South | 3.32 km |
| Burhia Dhanghatta | North | 3.37 km |
| Jagni Jagarnathpur | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Jianganj | West | 3.72 km |
| Jianganj Milik | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Gokhulpur | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Sihuli | South-West | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akhtiarpur
Public transport in the Akhtiarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarsi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Akhtiarpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Akhtiarpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhtiarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhtiarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akhtiarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhtiarpur 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 Akhtiarpur
Where is Akhtiarpur located?
Akhtiarpur village is located in Banmankhi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhtiarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Akhtiarpur is Majhuwa Prem Raj.
What is the pincode of Akhtiarpur?
The pincode of Akhtiarpur is 854102.
What is the population of Akhtiarpur?
Akhtiarpur has a total population of 8,282, including 4,211 males and 4,071 females.
How many households are there in Akhtiarpur?
There are 1,660 households in Akhtiarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Akhtiarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhtiarpur is 32.43%. Male literacy is 39.37% and female literacy is 25.25%.