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.
Here you can discover what makes Akrapunji unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Akrapunji’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Akrapunji
Population of Akrapunji
According to the 2011 Census, Akrapunji has a total population of about 589, with approximately 307 males and 282 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 117 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.61%, with male literacy at about 71.01% and female literacy near 49.29%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Akrapunji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.