Akandi

Akandi is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.6km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Akandi village. As per 2009 stats, Kalagram is the gram panchayat of Akandi village.

Akandi has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Akandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akandi is 338341. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapore is nearest town to Akandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Akandi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 705 356 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 46 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 364 176 188
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 181 91 90
Literate Population 483 287 196
Illiterate Population 222 69 153

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

  • The total population of Akandi village is around 705, including approximately 356 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Akandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akandi village has 364 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 181 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Akandi village is about 68.51%, with male literacy at 80.62% and female literacy at 56.16%.
  • There are around 140 households in Akandi village.

Connectivity of Akandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akandi. As per the 2011 stats, Akandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Akandi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Akandi

Where is Akandi located?
Akandi village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Akandi is Kalagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Akandi?
The pincode of Akandi is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Akandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akandi is 705, with 356 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Akandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akandi village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akandi is 68.51%. The male literacy rate is 80.62%, while the female literacy rate is 56.16%.