Akarbad - Purulia - I, Purulia

Akarbad is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Purulia and around 21.1 km from Purulia. Manara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akarbad village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Akarbad is 331027. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.55 hectares and falls under the 723102 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.

Akarbad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purulia Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Akarbad

According to the 2011 Census, Akarbad village had a total population of 689 people, including 346 males and 343 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.78%, with male literacy at 64.21% and female literacy at 47.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Akarbad

Akarbad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Akarbad

Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Akarbad. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Akarbad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Akarbad is about 21.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Akarbad

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akarbad village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Akarbad

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akarbad village are given below:

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