Akauani - Ballia
Akauani is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dularpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akauani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akauani is 198996. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.7 hectares and falls under the 277501 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Akauani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akauani
As per Census 2011, Akauani village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 310 males and 312 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akauani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 310 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 206 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 104 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Akauani
Akauani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nasirpur Mutkle Tutuwari | North-East | 0.78 km |
| Churaili | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Khajgipur | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Kamalpur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Tetarpur Kalan | West | 1.36 km |
| Tetar Khurd | West | 1.36 km |
| Mangal Chak | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Jajar Khalsa | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Ebrahimpur Adai | East | 1.81 km |
| Tetarpur Mutkle Dularpur | North-West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akauani
Public transport in the Akauani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buxar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Akauani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Akauani is about 40 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 Akauani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akauani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akauani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akauani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akauani
Where is Akauani located?
Akauani village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akauani?
The Gram Panchayat of Akauani is Dularpur.
What is the pincode of Akauani?
The pincode of Akauani is 277501.
What is the population of Akauani?
Akauani has a total population of 622, including 310 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Akauani?
There are 108 households in Akauani.
What is the literacy rate in Akauani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akauani is 55.47%. Male literacy is 66.45% and female literacy is 44.55%.