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
According to the 2011 Census, Akhran village had a total population of 2,615 people, including 1,327 males and 1,288 females, living in 445 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.66%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 60.37%.
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 | 2,615 | 1,327 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 151 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,615, including 1,327 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Akhran?
Akhran had 445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhran was 70.66%. Male literacy was 80.61% and female literacy was 60.37%.