Akala - Chotila, Surendranagar
Akala is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Hirasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akala is 512371. The village covers a total geographical area of 897.47 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akala
According to the 2011 Census, Akala village had a total population of 849 people, including 434 males and 415 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.66%, with male literacy at 58.50% and female literacy at 34.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 849 | 434 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 210 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 224 | 297 |
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
Public transport in the Akala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Akala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Akala is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akala
Where is Akala located?
Akala village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akala?
The Gram Panchayat of Akala is Hirasar.
What is the pincode of Akala?
The pincode of Akala is 363520.
What is the population of Akala?
Akala had a total population of 849, including 434 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Akala?
Akala had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akala was 46.66%. Male literacy was 58.50% and female literacy was 34.30%.