Akhra
Akhra is a village located in Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Barwadih (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Betla is the gram panchayat of Akhra village.
Akhra has its own place in the vibrant Latehar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Akhra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akhra is 366943. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822111. Medininagar is nearest town to Akhra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Akhra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Akhra
Population of Akhra
Below is a concise population overview of Akhra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 314 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 126 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 44 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 133 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 181 | 214 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akhra village:
- The total population of Akhra village is around 610, including approximately 314 males and 296 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Akhra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Akhra village has 233 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 98 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Akhra village is about 35.25%, with male literacy at 42.36% and female literacy at 27.70%.
- There are around 137 households in Akhra village.
Connectivity of Akhra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akhra. As per the 2011 stats, Akhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Akhra
Knowing the nearby villages of Akhra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akhra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akhra
- Where is Akhra located?
- Akhra village is situated in Barwadih Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Akhra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Akhra is Betla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Akhra?
- The pincode of Akhra is 822111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Akhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akhra is 610, with 314 males and 296 females.
- How many households are there in Akhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Akhra village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Akhra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akhra is 35.25%. The male literacy rate is 42.36%, while the female literacy rate is 27.70%.