Kala Akhar - Itarsi, Narmadapuram
Kala Akhar is a village situated in the Itarsi tehsil of Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Itarsi and around 46 km from Hoshangabad. Kala Akhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kala Akhar is 487391. The village covers a total geographical area of 1870.65 hectares and falls under the 461111 pincode. Itarsi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kala Akhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni-malwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kala Akhar
As per Census 2011, Kala Akhar village has a total population of 4,678 people, consisting of 2,423 males and 2,255 females. The village has 935 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 658 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,574 literate and 2,104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kala Akhar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kala Akhar
Kala Akhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chartekra | West | 1.93 km |
| Choukipura | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Chip Kheda | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Kasda Ryt | North | 2.98 km |
| Dhar | South | 3.92 km |
| Hiran Chapda | North | 5.19 km |
| Koyalari Ryt | South | 5.73 km |
| Bhargada | North-East | 5.87 km |
| Mansingpura Ryt | South | 6.00 km |
| Kasda Khurd | North | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kala Akhar
Public transport in the Kala Akhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kala Akhar, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Itarsi to Kala Akhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hoshangabad to Kala Akhar is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kala Akhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kala Akhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kala Akhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kala Akhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kala Akhar
Where is Kala Akhar located?
Kala Akhar village is located in Itarsi Tehsil, Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kala Akhar?
Kala Akhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kala Akhar?
The pincode of Kala Akhar is 461111.
What is the population of Kala Akhar?
Kala Akhar has a total population of 4,678, including 2,423 males and 2,255 females.
How many households are there in Kala Akhar?
There are 935 households in Kala Akhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kala Akhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kala Akhar is 55.02%. Male literacy is 62.81% and female literacy is 46.65%.