Akrapunji

Akrapunji is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 44.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mathur is the gram panchayat of Akrapunji village.

Akrapunji has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Akrapunji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akrapunji is 334436. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Akrapunji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Akrapunji village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Akrapunji

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 589 307 282
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 37 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 117 61 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 357 218 139
Illiterate Population 232 89 143

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

  • The total population of Akrapunji village is around 589, including approximately 307 males and 282 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Akrapunji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akrapunji village has 117 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Akrapunji village is about 60.61%, with male literacy at 71.01% and female literacy at 49.29%.
  • There are around 145 households in Akrapunji village.

Connectivity of Akrapunji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akrapunji. As per the 2011 stats, Akrapunji 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 Akrapunji

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

Chakloknath Kankjal Purba Kankjal Pashchim Gandabaria Asapur Pipulat Goragachha Gagankalia Asurali Dhukrijhara Jhaudari

Frequently Asked Questions about Akrapunji

Where is Akrapunji located?
Akrapunji village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akrapunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Akrapunji is Mathur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Akrapunji?
The pincode of Akrapunji is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Akrapunji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akrapunji is 589, with 307 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Akrapunji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akrapunji village has a total of 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akrapunji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akrapunji is 60.61%. The male literacy rate is 71.01%, while the female literacy rate is 49.29%.