Achalu - Kanakapura, Bengaluru South

Achalu is a village situated in the Kanakapura taluka of Bengaluru South district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Kanakapura and around 36 km from Ramanagara. Acchalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Achalu village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Achalu is 626529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1600.75 hectares and falls under the 562117 pincode. Kanakapura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

Achalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanakapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Achalu

According to the 2011 Census, Achalu village had a total population of 2,497 people, including 1,288 males and 1,209 females, living in 580 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.68%, with male literacy at 72.23% and female literacy at 60.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 332, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Achalu

Achalu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Achalu

Achalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Channapatna, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanakapura to Achalu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramanagara to Achalu is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Achalu

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Achalu village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Achalu

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Achalu village are given below:

FAQs about Achalu