Akulpur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Akulpur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 22.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kundola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akulpur is 316624. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.03 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Akulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akulpur
As per Census 2011, Akulpur village has a total population of 1,522 people, consisting of 785 males and 737 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,018 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,522 | 785 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 382 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 1,018 | 574 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 211 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Akulpur
Akulpur 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 Akulpur
Akulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Akulpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Akulpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Akulpur is about 22.2 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 Akulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akulpur
Where is Akulpur located?
Akulpur village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Akulpur is Kundola.
What is the pincode of Akulpur?
The pincode of Akulpur is 731213.
What is the population of Akulpur?
Akulpur has a total population of 1,522, including 785 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Akulpur?
There are 359 households in Akulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Akulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akulpur is 66.89%. Male literacy is 73.12% and female literacy is 60.24%.