Akilpur - Dighwara, Saran
Akilpur is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Akilpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akilpur is 234451. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.7 hectares and falls under the 841221 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Akilpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Akilpur
According to the 2011 Census, Akilpur village had a total population of 3,347 people, including 1,785 males and 1,562 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.28%, with male literacy at 55.10% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 3,347 | 1,785 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 724 | 355 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,214 | 788 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,133 | 997 | 1,136 |
Nearby Villages of Akilpur
Akilpur 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 Akilpur
Akilpur 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 Chapra to Akilpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Akilpur is about 40 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 Akilpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akilpur 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 Akilpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akilpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akilpur
Where is Akilpur located?
Akilpur village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akilpur?
Akilpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akilpur?
The pincode of Akilpur is 841221.
What is the population of Akilpur?
Akilpur had a total population of 3,347, including 1,785 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Akilpur?
Akilpur had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akilpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akilpur was 46.28%. Male literacy was 55.10% and female literacy was 35.71%.