Akrapunji - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Akrapunji is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Sarisha and around 44.8 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akrapunji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akrapunji is 334436. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.13 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Akrapunji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akrapunji
As per Census 2011, Akrapunji village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 307 males and 282 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akrapunji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 307 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 218 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 89 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Akrapunji
Akrapunji 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 Akrapunji
Public transport in the Akrapunji is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Akrapunji.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Akrapunji is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Akrapunji is about 44.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akrapunji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akrapunji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akrapunji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akrapunji 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akrapunji
Where is Akrapunji located?
Akrapunji village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akrapunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Akrapunji is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Akrapunji?
The pincode of Akrapunji is 743504.
What is the population of Akrapunji?
Akrapunji has a total population of 589, including 307 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Akrapunji?
There are 145 households in Akrapunji.
What is the literacy rate in Akrapunji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akrapunji is 60.61%. Male literacy is 71.01% and female literacy is 49.29%.