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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Akarhing village had a total population of 451 people, including 245 males and 206 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.07%, with male literacy at 64.25% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 451 | 245 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Akarhing?
The Halqa Panchayat of Akarhing is Haloor.
What is the pincode of Akarhing?
The pincode of Akarhing is 182204.
What is the population of Akarhing?
Akarhing had a total population of 451, including 245 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Akarhing?
Akarhing had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akarhing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akarhing was 53.07%. Male literacy was 64.25% and female literacy was 40.00%.