Akuba - Barhaj, Deoria
Akuba is a village situated in the Barhaj tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhaj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Akuba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akuba is 191033. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.48 hectares and falls under the 274601 pincode.
Akuba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akuba
As per Census 2011, Akuba village has a total population of 1,598 people, consisting of 800 males and 798 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 927 literate and 671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akuba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,598 | 800 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 527 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 273 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Akuba
Akuba 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 Akuba
Akuba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Akuba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoria to Akuba is about 35 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 Akuba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akuba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akuba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akuba 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 Akuba
Where is Akuba located?
Akuba village is located in Barhaj Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akuba?
Akuba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akuba?
The pincode of Akuba is 274601.
What is the population of Akuba?
Akuba has a total population of 1,598, including 800 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Akuba?
There are 209 households in Akuba.
What is the literacy rate in Akuba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akuba is 58.01%. Male literacy is 65.88% and female literacy is 50.13%.