Akhupal

Akhupal is a village located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Karagola is the gram panchayat of Akhupal village.

Here you can discover what makes Akhupal unique in its vibrant Kankadahad-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Akhupal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Akhupal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akhupal is 402464. The village spans a total geographical area of 156 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759028. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Akhupal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Akhupal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Akhupal

Population of Akhupal

According to the 2011 Census, Akhupal has a total population of about 521, with approximately 263 males and 258 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 435. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.77%, with male literacy at about 67.30% and female literacy near 48.06%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Akhupal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Akhupal

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

Nearby Villages of Akhupal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Akhupal