Akna - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Akna is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kuliana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akna is 340473. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.83 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Akna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akna
According to the 2011 Census, Akna village had a total population of 507 people, including 267 males and 240 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.22%, with male literacy at 84.87% and female literacy at 64.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 267 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 202 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 65 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Akna
Akna 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 Akna
Akna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Akna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akna
Where is Akna located?
Akna village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akna?
The Gram Panchayat of Akna is Kuliana.
What is the pincode of Akna?
The pincode of Akna is 721517.
What is the population of Akna?
Akna had a total population of 507, including 267 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Akna?
Akna had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akna was 75.22%. Male literacy was 84.87% and female literacy was 64.68%.