Aket
Aket is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Aket village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Aket unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Aket’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Aket
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aket is 500305. The village spans a total geographical area of 513.97 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Aket village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Aket 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 Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Aket
Population of Aket
According to the 2011 Census, Aket has a total population of about 1,093, with approximately 585 males and 508 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 171. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.19%, with male literacy at about 54.70% and female literacy near 32.09%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Aket's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,093 | 585 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 101 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 320 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 265 | 345 |
Connectivity of Aket
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aket. As per the 2011 stats, Aket had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Aket
Knowing the nearby villages of Aket helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aket.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aket
- Where is Aket located?
- Aket village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aket?
- Aket serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Aket as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aket is 1,093, with 585 males and 508 females.
- How many households are there in Aket as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aket village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aket as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aket is 44.19%. The male literacy rate is 54.70%, while the female literacy rate is 32.09%.