Akaspur - Shahade, Nandurbar
Akaspur is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Akaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akaspur is 525460. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040 hectares and falls under the 425432 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Akaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akaspur
As per Census 2011, Akaspur village has a total population of 893 people, consisting of 456 males and 437 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 456 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 78 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 455 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 192 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 264 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Akaspur
Akaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Virpur | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Bhute | South | 3.57 km |
| Singaspur | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Navagaon | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Kakadada | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Nandya | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Kudhavad | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Pimplod | South | 5.25 km |
| Ghatli | North | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akaspur
Akaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tisi, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahade to Akaspur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Akaspur 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 Akaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akaspur 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 Akaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akaspur 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 Akaspur
Where is Akaspur located?
Akaspur village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akaspur?
Akaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akaspur?
The pincode of Akaspur is 425432.
What is the population of Akaspur?
Akaspur has a total population of 893, including 456 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Akaspur?
There are 186 households in Akaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Akaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akaspur is 36.28%. Male literacy is 42.11% and female literacy is 30.21%.