Akarhing - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Akarhing is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Kishtwar and around 20 km from Kishtwar. Haloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akarhing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akarhing is 004684. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.6 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Akarhing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akarhing
As per Census 2011, Akarhing village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 245 males and 206 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akarhing are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 245 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 150 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 124 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 121 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Akarhing
Akarhing 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 Akarhing
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Akarhing.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Akarhing is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Akarhing is about 20 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 Akarhing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akarhing 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akarhing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akarhing 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 Akarhing
Where is Akarhing located?
Akarhing village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akarhing?
The Gram Panchayat of Akarhing is Haloor.
What is the pincode of Akarhing?
The pincode of Akarhing is 182204.
What is the population of Akarhing?
Akarhing has a total population of 451, including 245 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Akarhing?
There are 92 households in Akarhing.
What is the literacy rate in Akarhing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akarhing is 42.13%. Male literacy is 50.61% and female literacy is 32.04%.