Akoriya - Beerpur, Sheopur
Akoriya is a village situated in the Beerpur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beerpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Khairoda Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akoriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akoriya is 451492. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 476337 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Akoriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akoriya
According to the 2011 Census, Akoriya village had a total population of 302 people, including 151 males and 151 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 62.02% and female literacy at 37.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 240.
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 | 302 | 151 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 112 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 80 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 71 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Akoriya
Akoriya 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 Akoriya
Akoriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Akoriya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Akoriya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akoriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akoriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akoriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akoriya 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 Akoriya
Where is Akoriya located?
Akoriya village is located in Beerpur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akoriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Akoriya is Khairoda Kalan.
What is the pincode of Akoriya?
The pincode of Akoriya is 476337.
What is the population of Akoriya?
Akoriya had a total population of 302, including 151 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Akoriya?
Akoriya had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akoriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akoriya was 50.00%. Male literacy was 62.02% and female literacy was 37.40%.