Alkusa
Alkusa is a village located in Chas subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chas (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Alkusha is the gram panchayat of Alkusa village.
Here you can discover what makes Alkusa unique in its vibrant Chas-Bokaro region. You’ll see Alkusa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Alkusa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alkusa is 362634. The village spans a total geographical area of 427.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 827013. Chas is nearest town to Alkusa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Alkusa
Population of Alkusa
According to the 2011 Census, Alkusa has a total population of about 2,876, with approximately 1,472 males and 1,404 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 476 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.61%, with male literacy at about 61.07% and female literacy near 35.54%. There are around 539 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alkusa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,876 | 1,472 | 1,404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 240 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,246 | 633 | 613 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 899 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,478 | 573 | 905 |
Connectivity of Alkusa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alkusa. As per the 2011 stats, Alkusa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alkusa
Knowing the nearby villages of Alkusa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alkusa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alkusa
- Where is Alkusa located?
- Alkusa village is situated in Chas Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alkusa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Alkusa is Alkusha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Alkusa?
- The pincode of Alkusa is 827013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alkusa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alkusa is 2,876, with 1,472 males and 1,404 females.
- How many households are there in Alkusa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alkusa village has a total of 539 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alkusa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alkusa is 48.61%. The male literacy rate is 61.07%, while the female literacy rate is 35.54%.