Akhapur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Akhapur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Akhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhapur is 193041. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.11 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Captanganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Akhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhapur
As per Census 2011, Akhapur village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 1,027 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,523 literate and 654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,150 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 162 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 259 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 912 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 238 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Akhapur
Akhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Manjhariya | South-West | 0.66 km |
| Jolhapur | South | 1.01 km |
| Chak Muajjam | East | 1.03 km |
| Madhuban | East | 1.48 km |
| Begpur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Sodhan Patti | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Saati | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Kandhrapur | North | 1.98 km |
| Miriya Reraha | East | 2.28 km |
| Savarupur | West | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akhapur
Public transport in the Akhapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Captanganj to Akhapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Akhapur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Akhapur
Where is Akhapur located?
Akhapur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhapur?
Akhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhapur?
The pincode of Akhapur is 276135.
What is the population of Akhapur?
Akhapur has a total population of 2,177, including 1,150 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Akhapur?
There are 284 households in Akhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Akhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhapur is 69.96%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 59.49%.