Aktan - Burmu, Ranchi
Aktan is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Sarle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aktan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aktan is 373371. The village covers a total geographical area of 386 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Aktan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Aktan
According to the 2011 Census, Aktan village had a total population of 748 people, including 383 males and 365 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.06%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 52.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 748 | 383 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 172 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 277 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 106 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Aktan
Aktan 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 Aktan
Aktan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ranchi to Aktan is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aktan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aktan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aktan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aktan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aktan
Where is Aktan located?
Aktan village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aktan?
The Gram Panchayat of Aktan is Sarle.
What is the pincode of Aktan?
The pincode of Aktan is 834001.
What is the population of Aktan?
Aktan had a total population of 748, including 383 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Aktan?
Aktan had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aktan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aktan was 68.06%. Male literacy was 82.44% and female literacy was 52.43%.