Akla - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Akla is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kulhuia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akla is 503426. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.2 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Akla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akla
According to the 2011 Census, Akla village had a total population of 596 people, including 319 males and 277 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.30%, with male literacy at 84.87% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
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 | 596 | 319 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 167 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 230 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 89 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Akla
Akla 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 Akla
Akla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Akla has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Akla is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akla 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 Akla
Where is Akla located?
Akla village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akla?
The Gram Panchayat of Akla is Kulhuia.
What is the pincode of Akla?
The pincode of Akla is 486882.
What is the population of Akla?
Akla had a total population of 596, including 319 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Akla?
Akla had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akla was 75.30%. Male literacy was 84.87% and female literacy was 64.07%.