Akala Gir - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Akala Gir is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Malia and around 80 km from Junagadh. Akala Gir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akala Gir is 514892. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.4 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Akala Gir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akala Gir
According to the 2011 Census, Akala Gir village had a total population of 1,038 people, including 521 males and 517 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.77%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 66.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 521 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 424 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 97 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Akala Gir
Akala Gir 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 Akala Gir
Akala Gir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talala to Akala Gir is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Akala Gir is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akala Gir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akala Gir 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akala Gir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akala Gir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akala Gir
Where is Akala Gir located?
Akala Gir village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akala Gir?
Akala Gir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akala Gir?
The pincode of Akala Gir is 362150.
What is the population of Akala Gir?
Akala Gir had a total population of 1,038, including 521 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Akala Gir?
Akala Gir had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akala Gir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akala Gir was 78.77%. Male literacy was 90.41% and female literacy was 66.88%.