Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal - Arang, Raipur
Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Akolikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal is 444479. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.3 hectares and falls under the 493441 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal
According to the 2011 Census, Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal village had a total population of 1,869 people, including 932 males and 937 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.78%, with male literacy at 85.31% and female literacy at 60.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 1,869 | 932 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 685 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 247 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal
Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhothali | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Gukhera | North | 2.30 km |
| Farfaud | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Deori-1 (deori) | East | 2.93 km |
| Chhatauna-1 (chhatauna) | West | 3.46 km |
| Bohardih | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Paraskol | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Gullu | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Khamtarai-1 (khamtarai) | South | 4.07 km |
| Ghont-1 (ghaut) | North | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal
Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Arang to Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal
Where is Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal located?
Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal?
The Gram Panchayat of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal is Akolikala.
What is the pincode of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal?
The pincode of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal is 493441.
What is the population of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal?
Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal had a total population of 1,869, including 932 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal?
Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akoli Kalan-1 (Akolikal was 72.78%. Male literacy was 85.31% and female literacy was 60.54%.