Akauri - Deosar, Singrauli
Akauri is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Jiyawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akauri is 503669. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.21 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Akauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akauri
As per Census 2011, Akauri village has a total population of 2,826 people, consisting of 1,481 males and 1,345 females. The village has 598 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 549 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,191 literate and 1,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,826 | 1,481 | 1,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 299 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 177 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,120 | 573 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 733 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,635 | 748 | 887 |
Nearby Villages of Akauri
Akauri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Supela | South | 1.80 km |
| Bahera | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Jiawan | West | 2.46 km |
| Naudiya Viran | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Chandainia | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Gaurawa | East | 3.57 km |
| Kataha | South | 3.75 km |
| Naudiya Abad | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Parma | North | 3.86 km |
| Kudi | East | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akauri
Akauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.2 km.
| 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 Singrauli to Akauri is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akauri
Where is Akauri located?
Akauri village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Akauri is Jiyawan.
What is the pincode of Akauri?
The pincode of Akauri is 486886.
What is the population of Akauri?
Akauri has a total population of 2,826, including 1,481 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Akauri?
There are 598 households in Akauri.
What is the literacy rate in Akauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akauri is 42.14%. Male literacy is 49.49% and female literacy is 34.05%.