Akili - Mohana, Gajapati

Akili is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Chandiput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akili village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Akili is 413884. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Akili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Akili

According to the 2011 Census, Akili village had a total population of 420 people, including 205 males and 215 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.64%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 51.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 321.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Akili

Akili 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Akili

Akili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Surla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Akili is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Akili is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Akili

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akili village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Akili

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akili village are given below:

FAQs about Akili