Akha Nagar
Akha Nagar is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Akha Nagar village. As per 2009 stats, Ajmatpur is the gram panchayat of Akha Nagar village.
Akha Nagar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Akha Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akha Nagar is 311413. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733102. Gangarampur is nearest town to Akha Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Akha Nagar 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 Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Akha Nagar
Below is a concise population overview of Akha Nagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 465 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 173 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 299 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 166 | 193 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akha Nagar village:
- The total population of Akha Nagar village is around 887, including approximately 465 males and 422 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Akha Nagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Akha Nagar village has 316 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Akha Nagar village is about 59.53%, with male literacy at 64.30% and female literacy at 54.27%.
- There are around 215 households in Akha Nagar village.
Connectivity of Akha Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akha Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Akha Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Akha Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Akha Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akha Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akha Nagar
- Where is Akha Nagar located?
- Akha Nagar village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Akha Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Akha Nagar is Ajmatpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Akha Nagar?
- The pincode of Akha Nagar is 733102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Akha Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akha Nagar is 887, with 465 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Akha Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Akha Nagar village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Akha Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akha Nagar is 59.53%. The male literacy rate is 64.30%, while the female literacy rate is 54.27%.