Akaya - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Akaya is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Aakya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akaya is 476607. The village covers a total geographical area of 789.22 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Akaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akaya
As per Census 2011, Akaya village has a total population of 1,304 people, consisting of 675 males and 629 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,276 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 675 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 153 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,276 | 661 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 178 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 497 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Akaya
Akaya 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 Akaya
Akaya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barwaha to Akaya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Akaya is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akaya 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 Akaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akaya
Where is Akaya located?
Akaya village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Akaya is Aakya.
What is the pincode of Akaya?
The pincode of Akaya is 451115.
What is the population of Akaya?
Akaya has a total population of 1,304, including 675 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Akaya?
There are 235 households in Akaya.
What is the literacy rate in Akaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akaya is 23.77%. Male literacy is 26.37% and female literacy is 20.99%.