Akhiyana - Dasada, Surendranagar
Akhiyana is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Akhiyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhiyana is 512143. The village covers a total geographical area of 3444.21 hectares and falls under the 363745 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Akhiyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhiyana
As per Census 2011, Akhiyana village has a total population of 2,147 people, consisting of 1,107 males and 1,040 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,522 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhiyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,147 | 1,107 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 122 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 259 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 902 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 205 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Akhiyana
Akhiyana 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 Akhiyana
Akhiyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patdi to Akhiyana is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Akhiyana is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhiyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhiyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akhiyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhiyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akhiyana
Where is Akhiyana located?
Akhiyana village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhiyana?
Akhiyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhiyana?
The pincode of Akhiyana is 363745.
What is the population of Akhiyana?
Akhiyana has a total population of 2,147, including 1,107 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Akhiyana?
There are 488 households in Akhiyana.
What is the literacy rate in Akhiyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhiyana is 70.89%. Male literacy is 81.48% and female literacy is 59.62%.