Akru - Dhandhuka, Ahmedabad
Akru is a village situated in the Dhandhuka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Dhandhuka and around 121 km from Ahmadabad. Akru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akru is 511922. The village covers a total geographical area of 3635.5 hectares and falls under the 382250 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Akru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akru
As per Census 2011, Akru village has a total population of 3,009 people, consisting of 1,593 males and 1,416 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,884 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,009 | 1,593 | 1,416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 247 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 264 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,884 | 1,167 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 426 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Akru
Akru 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 Akru
Akru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Akru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dhandhuka to Akru is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Akru is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akru
Where is Akru located?
Akru village is located in Dhandhuka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akru?
Akru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akru?
The pincode of Akru is 382250.
What is the population of Akru?
Akru has a total population of 3,009, including 1,593 males and 1,416 females.
How many households are there in Akru?
There are 497 households in Akru.
What is the literacy rate in Akru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akru is 62.61%. Male literacy is 73.26% and female literacy is 50.64%.