Akundi - Burwan, Murshidabad
Akundi is a village situated in the Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Biprasekhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akundi is 315886. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.63 hectares and falls under the 742168 pincode. Kandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Akundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Burwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akundi
According to the 2011 Census, Akundi village had a total population of 676 people, including 359 males and 317 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.96%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 69.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 676 | 359 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 269 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 90 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Akundi
Akundi 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 Akundi
Akundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandi to Akundi 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 Akundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akundi
Where is Akundi located?
Akundi village is located in Burwan Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Akundi is Biprasekhar.
What is the pincode of Akundi?
The pincode of Akundi is 742168.
What is the population of Akundi?
Akundi had a total population of 676, including 359 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Akundi?
Akundi had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akundi was 75.96%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 69.02%.