Akir - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Akir is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Bandgaon and around 70 km from Chaibasa. Sawania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akir is 377174. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.2 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakhardharpur is the nearest town.
Akir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akir
As per Census 2011, Akir village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 72 males and 71 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 48 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 24 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Akir
Akir 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 Akir
Akir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Akir is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akir
Where is Akir located?
Akir village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akir?
The Gram Panchayat of Akir is Sawania.
What is the pincode of Akir?
The pincode of Akir is 833201.
What is the population of Akir?
Akir has a total population of 143, including 72 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Akir?
There are 27 households in Akir.
What is the literacy rate in Akir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akir is 51.05%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 35.21%.