Akurabad

Akurabad is a village located in Bankura Ii subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kesekol. Bankura is the district headquarter of Akurabad village. As per 2009 stats, Bikna is the gram panchayat of Akurabad village.

Here you can discover what makes Akurabad unique in its vibrant Bankura Ii-Bankura region. You’ll see Akurabad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Akurabad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akurabad is 327105. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722155. Bankura is nearest town to Akurabad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Akurabad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Onda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Akurabad

Population of Akurabad

According to the 2011 Census, Akurabad has a total population of about 1,660, with approximately 871 males and 789 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 956 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.14%, with male literacy at about 61.54% and female literacy near 50.19%. There are around 326 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Akurabad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Akurabad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akurabad. As per the 2011 stats, Akurabad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Akurabad

Knowing the nearby villages of Akurabad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akurabad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Akurabad