Akala
Akala is a village located in Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jetpur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Akala village is also a gram panchayat.
Akala has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot 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 513440. The village spans a total geographical area of 477.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360360. Jetpur is nearest town to Akala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Akala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Akala
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 499 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 420 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 79 | 137 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akala village:
- The total population of Akala village is around 939, including approximately 499 males and 440 females, with a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Akala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Akala village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Akala village is about 77.00%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 68.86%.
- There are around 191 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akala
- Where is Akala located?
- Akala village is situated in Jetpur Taluka, within the Rajkot 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 360360, 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 939, with 499 males and 440 females.
- How many households are there in Akala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Akala village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Akala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akala is 77.00%. The male literacy rate is 84.17%, while the female literacy rate is 68.86%.