Aklia - Mansa
Aklia is a village situated in the Mansa tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from Mansa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Aklia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aklia is 036159. The village covers a total geographical area of 2663.56 hectares and falls under the 151510 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town.
Aklia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aklia
As per Census 2011, Aklia village has a total population of 8,282 people, consisting of 4,394 males and 3,888 females. The village has 1,571 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 902 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,030 literate and 4,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aklia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,282 | 4,394 | 3,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 902 | 480 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,651 | 1,418 | 1,233 |
| Literate Population | 4,030 | 2,292 | 1,738 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,252 | 2,102 | 2,150 |
Nearby Villages of Aklia
Aklia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rar | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Burj Jhabran | South | 4.30 km |
| Rura Khurd | North | 4.35 km |
| Pakho | North-East | 5.36 km |
| Joga | East | 5.52 km |
| Chauke | West | 5.52 km |
| Balho | North-West | 5.94 km |
| Pirkot | South-West | 6.91 km |
| Ralla | South-East | 7.54 km |
| Burj Dhilwan | South-West | 7.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aklia
Aklia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jethuke, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Aklia is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aklia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aklia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aklia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aklia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aklia
Where is Aklia located?
Aklia village is located in Mansa Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aklia?
Aklia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aklia?
The pincode of Aklia is 151510.
What is the population of Aklia?
Aklia has a total population of 8,282, including 4,394 males and 3,888 females.
How many households are there in Aklia?
There are 1,571 households in Aklia.
What is the literacy rate in Aklia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aklia is 48.66%. Male literacy is 52.16% and female literacy is 44.70%.