Akala - Jetpur, Rajkot
Akala is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Akala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akala is 513440. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.53 hectares and falls under the 360360 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Akala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akala
As per Census 2011, Akala village has a total population of 939 people, consisting of 499 males and 440 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akala are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Akala
Akala 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
Akala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Akala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Akala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Akala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akala
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 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
Where is Akala located?
Akala village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akala?
Akala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akala?
The pincode of Akala is 360360.
What is the population of Akala?
Akala has a total population of 939, including 499 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Akala?
There are 191 households in Akala.
What is the literacy rate in Akala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akala is 77.00%. Male literacy is 84.17% and female literacy is 68.86%.