Akoli - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Akoli is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Akoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akoli is 507702. The village covers a total geographical area of 1582.95 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Akoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akoli
As per Census 2011, Akoli village has a total population of 2,049 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 977 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 1,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,049 | 1,072 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 177 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 582 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 490 | 695 |
Nearby Villages of Akoli
Akoli 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 Akoli
Akoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Akoli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Akoli is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Akoli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akoli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akoli
Where is Akoli located?
Akoli village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akoli?
Akoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akoli?
The pincode of Akoli is 385545.
What is the population of Akoli?
Akoli has a total population of 2,049, including 1,072 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Akoli?
There are 341 households in Akoli.
What is the literacy rate in Akoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akoli is 42.17%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 28.86%.