Akrot - Amb, Una
Akrot is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Behar Jaswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akrot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akrot is 018324. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.26 hectares and falls under the 177211 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Akrot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akrot
According to the 2011 Census, Akrot village had a total population of 400 people, including 195 males and 205 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.43%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 75.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 400 | 195 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 140 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 55 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Akrot
Akrot 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 Akrot
Akrot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akrot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Akrot is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akrot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akrot 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akrot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akrot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akrot
Where is Akrot located?
Akrot village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akrot?
The Gram Panchayat of Akrot is Behar Jaswan.
What is the pincode of Akrot?
The pincode of Akrot is 177211.
What is the population of Akrot?
Akrot had a total population of 400, including 195 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Akrot?
Akrot had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akrot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akrot was 79.43%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 75.82%.