Akala

Akala is a village located in Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Guda is the gram panchayat of Akala village.

Akala has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Akala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akala is 501559. The village spans a total geographical area of 1174.56 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Akala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Akala

Below is a concise population overview of Akala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 454 208 246
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 31 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 51 24 27
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 377 172 205
Literate Population 175 95 80
Illiterate Population 279 113 166

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akala village:

  • The total population of Akala village is around 454, including approximately 208 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 1182 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Akala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akala village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 377 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Akala village is about 38.55%, with male literacy at 45.67% and female literacy at 32.52%.
  • There are around 118 households in Akala village.

Connectivity of Akala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akala. As per the 2011 stats, Akala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Akala

Knowing the nearby villages of Akala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akala.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Akala

Where is Akala located?
Akala village is situated in Jaitpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akala?
The Gram Panchayat of Akala is Guda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Akala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akala is 454, with 208 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Akala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akala village has a total of 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akala is 38.55%. The male literacy rate is 45.67%, while the female literacy rate is 32.52%.