Akhran - Devsar, Kulgam
Akhran is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kulgam and around 12 km from Devsar. Akhran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhran is 003969. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.1 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Anantnag is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Akhran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhran
As per Census 2011, Akhran village has a total population of 2,615 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,288 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,635 literate and 980 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,615 | 1,327 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 151 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 1,635 | 948 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 379 | 601 |
Transport and Connectivity of Akhran
Akhran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Akhran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantnag to Akhran is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Devsar to Akhran is about 12 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 Akhran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akhran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhran 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Akhran
Where is Akhran located?
Akhran village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhran?
Akhran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhran?
The pincode of Akhran is 192231.
What is the population of Akhran?
Akhran has a total population of 2,615, including 1,327 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Akhran?
There are 445 households in Akhran.
What is the literacy rate in Akhran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhran is 62.52%. Male literacy is 71.44% and female literacy is 53.34%.