Akhol - Khambhat, Anand
Akhol is a village situated in the Khambhat taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambhat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Akhol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhol is 517030. The village covers a total geographical area of 8697.61 hectares and falls under the 388625 pincode. Khambhat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Akhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhol
As per Census 2011, Akhol village has a total population of 1,764 people, consisting of 911 males and 853 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,247 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,764 | 911 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 230 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 739 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 172 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Akhol
Akhol 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 Akhol
Akhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhat to Akhol is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Akhol is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akhol
Where is Akhol located?
Akhol village is located in Khambhat Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhol?
Akhol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhol?
The pincode of Akhol is 388625.
What is the population of Akhol?
Akhol has a total population of 1,764, including 911 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Akhol?
There are 357 households in Akhol.
What is the literacy rate in Akhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhol is 70.69%. Male literacy is 81.12% and female literacy is 59.55%.