Akora - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Akora is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akora is 201128. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.86 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode.
Akora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Akora
Akora 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 Nawabad | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Rajgarh | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Kandhapur | North | 1.41 km |
| Arhonpur | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Parahit | South | 1.95 km |
| Loharapur | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Bhikhari Pur Khas | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Thehuniya | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Sarai Ismaiel | West | 2.25 km |
| Air | North-West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akora
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Akora. The nearest railway station is Sarai Harkhu, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Akora is about 39 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 Akora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akora 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 Akora
Where is Akora located?
Akora village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akora?
The Gram Panchayat of Akora is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Akora?
The pincode of Akora is 222143.