Kala Akhar
Kala Akhar is a village located in Itarsi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Itarsi (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Kala Akhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kala Akhar unique in its vibrant Itarsi-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Kala Akhar’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 Kala Akhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kala Akhar is 487391. The village spans a total geographical area of 1870.65 hectares. Itarsi is nearest town to Kala Akhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kala Akhar 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 Seoni-malwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kala Akhar
Population of Kala Akhar
According to the 2011 Census, Kala Akhar has a total population of about 4,678, with approximately 2,423 males and 2,255 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 658 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 594 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,291. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.02%, with male literacy at about 62.81% and female literacy near 46.65%. There are around 935 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kala Akhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,678 | 2,423 | 2,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 339 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 315 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,291 | 1,674 | 1,617 |
| Literate Population | 2,574 | 1,522 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,104 | 901 | 1,203 |
Connectivity of Kala Akhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kala Akhar. As per the 2011 stats, Kala Akhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kala Akhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kala Akhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kala Akhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kala Akhar
- Where is Kala Akhar located?
- Kala Akhar village is situated in Itarsi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kala Akhar?
- Kala Akhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kala Akhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kala Akhar is 4,678, with 2,423 males and 2,255 females.
- How many households are there in Kala Akhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kala Akhar village has a total of 935 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kala Akhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kala Akhar is 55.02%. The male literacy rate is 62.81%, while the female literacy rate is 46.65%.