Akhal - Kangan, Ganderbal
Akhal is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Akhal-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Akhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhal is 002905. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.5 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Akhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhal
According to the 2011 Census, Akhal village had a total population of 4,053 people, including 2,120 males and 1,933 females, living in 715 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.72%, with male literacy at 73.55% and female literacy at 48.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,091.
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 | 4,053 | 2,120 | 1,933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 660 | 339 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,091 | 580 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 2,094 | 1,310 | 784 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,959 | 810 | 1,149 |
Nearby Villages of Akhal
Akhal 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 Akhal
Akhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Akhal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Akhal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Akhal
Where is Akhal located?
Akhal village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Akhal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Akhal is Akhal-a.
What is the pincode of Akhal?
The pincode of Akhal is 191202.
What is the population of Akhal?
Akhal had a total population of 4,053, including 2,120 males and 1,933 females.
How many households are there in Akhal?
Akhal had 715 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhal was 61.72%. Male literacy was 73.55% and female literacy was 48.64%.