Akna - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Akna is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 23.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kundola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akna is 316632. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.03 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Akna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akna
As per Census 2011, Akna village has a total population of 662 people, consisting of 336 males and 326 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 336 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 210 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 126 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Akna
Akna 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 Akna
Akna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Akna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sainthia to Akna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Akna is about 23.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akna
Where is Akna located?
Akna village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akna?
The Gram Panchayat of Akna is Kundola.
What is the pincode of Akna?
The pincode of Akna is 731213.
What is the population of Akna?
Akna has a total population of 662, including 336 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Akna?
There are 163 households in Akna.
What is the literacy rate in Akna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akna is 56.65%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 50.61%.