Akna
Akna is a village located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.9km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 6.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mogra I is the gram panchayat of Akna village.
Akna has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Akna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akna is 325085. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712148. Chinsurah is nearest town to Akna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Akna 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 Balagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Akna
Population of Akna
Below is a concise population overview of Akna 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 | 571 | 295 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 238 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akna village:
- The total population of Akna village is around 571, including approximately 295 males and 276 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Akna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Akna village has 151 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 46 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Akna village is about 76.18%, with male literacy at 80.68% and female literacy at 71.38%.
- There are around 130 households in Akna village.
Connectivity of Akna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akna. As per the 2011 stats, Akna 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Akna
Knowing the nearby villages of Akna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akna
- Where is Akna located?
- Akna village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Akna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Akna is Mogra I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Akna?
- The pincode of Akna is 712148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Akna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akna is 571, with 295 males and 276 females.
- How many households are there in Akna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Akna village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Akna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akna is 76.18%. The male literacy rate is 80.68%, while the female literacy rate is 71.38%.