Bara Akulpur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Bara Akulpur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 21.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kundola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Akulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Akulpur is 316623. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.83 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bara Akulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Akulpur
As per Census 2011, Bara Akulpur village has a total population of 2,224 people, consisting of 1,182 males and 1,042 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,524 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Akulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,224 | 1,182 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 121 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,446 | 767 | 679 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 870 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 312 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Akulpur
Bara 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 Bara Akulpur
Bara Akulpur 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 Bara Akulpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bara Akulpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Bara Akulpur is about 21.1 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 Bara Akulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Akulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara 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 Bara 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 Bara Akulpur
Where is Bara Akulpur located?
Bara Akulpur village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Akulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Akulpur is Kundola.
What is the pincode of Bara Akulpur?
The pincode of Bara Akulpur is 731213.
What is the population of Bara Akulpur?
Bara Akulpur has a total population of 2,224, including 1,182 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Bara Akulpur?
There are 488 households in Bara Akulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Akulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Akulpur is 68.53%. Male literacy is 73.60% and female literacy is 62.76%.