Akhegadh - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Akhegadh is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Akhegadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhegadh is 516713. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.54 hectares and falls under the 364530 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Akhegadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhegadh
As per Census 2011, Akhegadh village has a total population of 1,481 people, consisting of 749 males and 732 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 852 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhegadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,481 | 749 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 91 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 527 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 222 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Akhegadh
Akhegadh 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 Akhegadh
Akhegadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Akhegadh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Akhegadh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Akhegadh is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhegadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhegadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akhegadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhegadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akhegadh
Where is Akhegadh located?
Akhegadh village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhegadh?
Akhegadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhegadh?
The pincode of Akhegadh is 364530.
What is the population of Akhegadh?
Akhegadh has a total population of 1,481, including 749 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Akhegadh?
There are 259 households in Akhegadh.
What is the literacy rate in Akhegadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhegadh is 57.53%. Male literacy is 70.36% and female literacy is 44.40%.