Akbarpur - Rajpura, Patiala
Akbarpur is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Akbarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akbarpur is 037004. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 140402 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Akbarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akbarpur
As per Census 2011, Akbarpur village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 305 males and 305 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akbarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 305 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 87 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 229 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 76 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Akbarpur
Akbarpur 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 Akbarpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Akbarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Patiala to Akbarpur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akbarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akbarpur 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 Akbarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akbarpur 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 Akbarpur
Where is Akbarpur located?
Akbarpur village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akbarpur?
Akbarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akbarpur?
The pincode of Akbarpur is 140402.
What is the population of Akbarpur?
Akbarpur has a total population of 610, including 305 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Akbarpur?
There are 110 households in Akbarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Akbarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akbarpur is 69.34%. Male literacy is 75.08% and female literacy is 63.61%.