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
According to the 2011 Census, Akya village had a total population of 880 people, including 461 males and 419 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.35%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 61.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 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 had a total population of 880, including 461 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Akya?
Akya had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akya was 74.35%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 61.80%.