Aklma - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Aklma is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Khairimali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aklma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aklma is 495373. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Aklma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aklma
According to the 2011 Census, Aklma village had a total population of 216 people, including 106 males and 110 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.71%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 68.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 31 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Aklma
Aklma 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 Aklma
Aklma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Aklma is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aklma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aklma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aklma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aklma 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aklma
Where is Aklma located?
Aklma village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aklma?
The Gram Panchayat of Aklma is Khairimali.
What is the pincode of Aklma?
The pincode of Aklma is 480111.
What is the population of Aklma?
Aklma had a total population of 216, including 106 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Aklma?
Aklma had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aklma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aklma was 73.71%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 68.69%.