Akya - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Akya is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Sakhtali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akya is 469823. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.4 hectares and falls under the 458990 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Akya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akya
As per Census 2011, Akya village has a total population of 880 people, consisting of 461 males and 419 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | 461 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 70 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 150 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 338 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 123 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Akya
Akya 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 Akya
Akya 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 >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 Sitamau to Akya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Akya is about 38 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 Akya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akya 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Akya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akya
Where is Akya located?
Akya village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akya?
The Gram Panchayat of Akya is Sakhtali.
What is the pincode of Akya?
The pincode of Akya is 458990.
What is the population of Akya?
Akya has a total population of 880, including 461 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Akya?
There are 210 households in Akya.
What is the literacy rate in Akya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akya is 64.89%. Male literacy is 73.32% and female literacy is 55.61%.