Achharan

Achharan is a village located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Olpad (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Achharan village is also a gram panchayat.

Achharan has its own place in the vibrant Surat 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 Achharan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Achharan is 523735. The village spans a total geographical area of 420.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394540. Surat is nearest town to Achharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Achharan 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 Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Achharan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,025 518 507
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 50 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 74 44 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 521 268 253
Literate Population 564 313 251
Illiterate Population 461 205 256

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

  • The total population of Achharan village is around 1,025, including approximately 518 males and 507 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Achharan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Achharan village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 521 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Achharan village is about 55.02%, with male literacy at 60.42% and female literacy at 49.51%.
  • There are around 231 households in Achharan village.

Connectivity of Achharan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Achharan. As per the 2011 stats, Achharan 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Achharan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Achharan

Where is Achharan located?
Achharan village is situated in Olpad Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Achharan?
Achharan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Achharan?
The pincode of Achharan is 394540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Achharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Achharan is 1,025, with 518 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Achharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Achharan village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Achharan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Achharan is 55.02%. The male literacy rate is 60.42%, while the female literacy rate is 49.51%.