Akkur - Tirumakudal - Narsipur, Mysuru
Akkur is a village situated in the Tirumakudal - Narsipur taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from Tirumakudal Narasipura and around 40 km from Mysore. Hemmige serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akkur is 619423. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.12 hectares and falls under the 571122 pincode. T. Narsipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Akkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the T.narasipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akkur
As per Census 2011, Akkur village has a total population of 1,683 people, consisting of 861 males and 822 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 790 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akkur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,683 | 861 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 167 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,130 | 553 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 448 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 413 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Akkur
Akkur 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 Akkur
Akkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from T. Narsipur to Akkur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Akkur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akkur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akkur
Where is Akkur located?
Akkur village is located in Tirumakudal - Narsipur Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Akkur is Hemmige.
What is the pincode of Akkur?
The pincode of Akkur is 571122.
What is the population of Akkur?
Akkur has a total population of 1,683, including 861 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Akkur?
There are 394 households in Akkur.
What is the literacy rate in Akkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akkur is 46.94%. Male literacy is 52.03% and female literacy is 41.61%.