Akbarpar Kalan - Nakodar, Jalandhar
Akbarpar Kalan is a village situated in the Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakodar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Akbarpur Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akbarpar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akbarpar Kalan is 029979. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 144041 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Akbarpar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akbarpar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Akbarpar Kalan village had a total population of 939 people, including 494 males and 445 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.30%, with male literacy at 78.97% and female literacy at 71.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 939 | 494 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 157 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 353 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 141 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Akbarpar Kalan
Akbarpar Kalan 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 Akbarpar Kalan
Akbarpar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akbarpar Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jalandhar to Akbarpar Kalan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akbarpar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akbarpar Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akbarpar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akbarpar Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akbarpar Kalan
Where is Akbarpar Kalan located?
Akbarpar Kalan village is located in Nakodar Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akbarpar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Akbarpar Kalan is Akbarpur Kalan.
What is the pincode of Akbarpar Kalan?
The pincode of Akbarpar Kalan is 144041.
What is the population of Akbarpar Kalan?
Akbarpar Kalan had a total population of 939, including 494 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Akbarpar Kalan?
Akbarpar Kalan had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akbarpar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akbarpar Kalan was 75.30%. Male literacy was 78.97% and female literacy was 71.18%.