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
According to the 2011 Census, Akir village had a total population of 143 people, including 72 males and 71 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.73%, with male literacy at 71.64% and female literacy at 39.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
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 | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 143, including 72 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Akir?
Akir had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akir was 55.73%. Male literacy was 71.64% and female literacy was 39.06%.