Akona - Nasvadi, Chhotaudepur
Akona is a village situated in the Nasvadi taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Nasvadi and around 80 km from Vadodara. Akona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akona is 520565. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.1 hectares and falls under the 391150 pincode. Nasvadi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Akona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akona
As per Census 2011, Akona village has a total population of 1,719 people, consisting of 881 males and 838 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,097 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 881 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,097 | 553 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 621 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 260 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Akona
Akona 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 Akona
Akona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nasvadi to Akona is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Akona is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Akona
Where is Akona located?
Akona village is located in Nasvadi Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akona?
Akona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akona?
The pincode of Akona is 391150.
What is the population of Akona?
Akona has a total population of 1,719, including 881 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Akona?
There are 360 households in Akona.
What is the literacy rate in Akona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akona is 60.44%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 49.88%.