Akna

Akna is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 26.9km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Akna village. As per 2009 stats, Sarishakhola is the gram panchayat of Akna village.

Akna 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 Akna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akna is 338543. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapur is nearest town to Akna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 302 158 144
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 27 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 267 140 127
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 202 111 91
Illiterate Population 100 47 53

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

  • The total population of Akna village is around 302, including approximately 158 males and 144 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Akna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akna village has 267 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Akna village is about 66.89%, with male literacy at 70.25% and female literacy at 63.19%.
  • There are around 65 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 10+ 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.

Shrimanta Chak Pindra Gerya Paikan Ghoshpur Dogerya Paniat Sima Gerya Brahaman Chak Sarisha Khola Pitambar Chak Sinnibar Kanchan Tala

Frequently Asked Questions about Akna

Where is Akna located?
Akna village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akna?
The Gram Panchayat of Akna is Sarishakhola (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 721150, 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 302, with 158 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Akna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akna village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akna is 66.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.25%, while the female literacy rate is 63.19%.