Akkalutar - Kukarmunda, Tapi
Akkalutar is a village situated in the Kukarmunda taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Nizar and around 125 km from Vyara. Chokhiamli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akkalutar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akkalutar is 524419. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.72 hectares and falls under the 394380 pincode. Akkalkuva is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Akkalutar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vyara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akkalutar
According to the 2011 Census, Akkalutar village had a total population of 1,343 people, including 677 males and 666 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.94%, with male literacy at 76.52% and female literacy at 55.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,192.
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 | 1,343 | 677 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 85 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,192 | 602 | 590 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 453 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 224 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Akkalutar
Akkalutar 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 Akkalutar
Public transport in the Akkalutar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akkalkuva to Akkalutar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Akkalutar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akkalutar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akkalutar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akkalutar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akkalutar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akkalutar
Where is Akkalutar located?
Akkalutar village is located in Kukarmunda Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akkalutar?
The Gram Panchayat of Akkalutar is Chokhiamli.
What is the pincode of Akkalutar?
The pincode of Akkalutar is 394380.
What is the population of Akkalutar?
Akkalutar had a total population of 1,343, including 677 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Akkalutar?
Akkalutar had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akkalutar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akkalutar was 65.94%. Male literacy was 76.52% and female literacy was 55.44%.