Aknapur

Aknapur is a village located in Tarakeswar subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.3km away from sub-district headquarter Tarakeswar (tehsildar office) and 44.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Baligori I is the gram panchayat of Aknapur village.

Aknapur 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 Aknapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aknapur is 324477. The village spans a total geographical area of 204.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712410. Tarakeshwar is nearest town to Aknapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Aknapur 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 Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag 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 Aknapur

Below is a concise population overview of Aknapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,096 1,056 1,040
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 188 97 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) 657 319 338
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 350 170 180
Literate Population 1,400 778 622
Illiterate Population 696 278 418

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Aknapur village:

  • The total population of Aknapur village is around 2,096, including approximately 1,056 males and 1,040 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Aknapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Aknapur village has 657 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 350 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Aknapur village is about 66.79%, with male literacy at 73.67% and female literacy at 59.81%.
  • There are around 523 households in Aknapur village.

Connectivity of Aknapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aknapur. As per the 2011 stats, Aknapur 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Aknapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Aknapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aknapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aknapur

Where is Aknapur located?
Aknapur village is situated in Tarakeswar Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aknapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Aknapur is Baligori I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Aknapur?
The pincode of Aknapur is 712410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Aknapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aknapur is 2,096, with 1,056 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Aknapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Aknapur village has a total of 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aknapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aknapur is 66.79%. The male literacy rate is 73.67%, while the female literacy rate is 59.81%.