Akurya
Akurya is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.3km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Akurya village. As per 2009 stats, Jhentla is the gram panchayat of Akurya village.
Akurya 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 Akurya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akurya is 338494. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapur is nearest town to Akurya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Akurya
Below is a concise population overview of Akurya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 405 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 336 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 488 | 263 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 142 | 200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akurya village:
- The total population of Akurya village is around 830, including approximately 405 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Akurya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Akurya village has 679 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Akurya village is about 58.80%, with male literacy at 64.94% and female literacy at 52.94%.
- There are around 151 households in Akurya village.
Connectivity of Akurya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akurya. As per the 2011 stats, Akurya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Akurya
Knowing the nearby villages of Akurya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akurya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akurya
- Where is Akurya located?
- Akurya village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Akurya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Akurya is Jhentla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Akurya?
- The pincode of Akurya is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Akurya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akurya is 830, with 405 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Akurya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Akurya village has a total of 151 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Akurya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akurya is 58.80%. The male literacy rate is 64.94%, while the female literacy rate is 52.94%.