Akala

Akala is a village located in Malia taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malia (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Akala village is also a gram panchayat.

Akala has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Akala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akala is 514851. The village spans a total geographical area of 657.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362245. Keshod is nearest town to Akala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Akala

Below is a concise population overview of Akala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,154 595 559
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 90 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 144 77 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 707 412 295
Illiterate Population 447 183 264

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akala village:

  • The total population of Akala village is around 1,154, including approximately 595 males and 559 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Akala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akala village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Akala village is about 61.27%, with male literacy at 69.24% and female literacy at 52.77%.
  • There are around 182 households in Akala village.

Connectivity of Akala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akala. As per the 2011 stats, Akala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Akala

Knowing the nearby villages of Akala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akala.

Amrapur Gir Virdi Vadala Galodar Malia Kalimbhda Katrasa Jalondar Devgam Dharampur Dudhala

Frequently Asked Questions about Akala

Where is Akala located?
Akala village is situated in Malia Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akala?
Akala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Akala?
The pincode of Akala is 362245, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Akala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akala is 1,154, with 595 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Akala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akala village has a total of 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akala is 61.27%. The male literacy rate is 69.24%, while the female literacy rate is 52.77%.