Akothara

Akothara is a village located in Gurua subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gurua (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Chilaur is the gram panchayat of Akothara village.

Akothara has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Akothara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akothara is 255660. The village spans a total geographical area of 154 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Akothara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Akothara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 727 393 334
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 75 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 265 140 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 308 208 100
Illiterate Population 419 185 234

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

  • The total population of Akothara village is around 727, including approximately 393 males and 334 females, with a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Akothara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akothara village has 265 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Akothara village is about 42.37%, with male literacy at 52.93% and female literacy at 29.94%.
  • There are around 103 households in Akothara village.

Connectivity of Akothara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akothara. As per the 2011 stats, Akothara 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Akothara

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

Matua Jharaha Loki Khap Ammantari Usewa Bhaluhar Sherpur Chhachhu Bigha Mangli Chak Baiju Bigha Ghauspur

Frequently Asked Questions about Akothara

Where is Akothara located?
Akothara village is situated in Gurua Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akothara?
The Gram Panchayat of Akothara is Chilaur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Akothara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akothara is 727, with 393 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Akothara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akothara village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akothara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akothara is 42.37%. The male literacy rate is 52.93%, while the female literacy rate is 29.94%.