Akrahawan - Chauparan, Hazaribagh
Akrahawan is a village situated in the Chauparan subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauparan and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Bela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akrahawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akrahawan is 367762. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.98 hectares and falls under the 825406 pincode.
Akrahawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akrahawan
According to the 2011 Census, Akrahawan village had a total population of 824 people, including 422 males and 402 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.38%, with male literacy at 92.46% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 824 | 422 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 319 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 103 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Akrahawan
Akrahawan 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 Akrahawan
Akrahawan 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 Hazaribagh to Akrahawan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akrahawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akrahawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akrahawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akrahawan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akrahawan
Where is Akrahawan located?
Akrahawan village is located in Chauparan Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akrahawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Akrahawan is Bela.
What is the pincode of Akrahawan?
The pincode of Akrahawan is 825406.
What is the population of Akrahawan?
Akrahawan had a total population of 824, including 422 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Akrahawan?
Akrahawan had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akrahawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akrahawan was 83.38%. Male literacy was 92.46% and female literacy was 73.68%.