Akhdar - Bilaspur, Umaria
Akhdar is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Chandia and around 41 km from Umaria. Akhdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akhdar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhdar is 467788. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.32 hectares and falls under the 484660 pincode. Chandia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Akhdar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akhdar
As per Census 2011, Akhdar village has a total population of 3,466 people, consisting of 1,812 males and 1,654 females. The village has 785 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,812 literate and 1,654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhdar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,466 | 1,812 | 1,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 314 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 209 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,165 | 605 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 1,812 | 1,084 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,654 | 728 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Akhdar
Akhdar 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 Akhdar
Akhdar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chandia to Akhdar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Akhdar is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhdar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhdar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akhdar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhdar 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 Akhdar
Where is Akhdar located?
Akhdar village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhdar?
The Gram Panchayat of Akhdar is Akhdhar.
What is the pincode of Akhdar?
The pincode of Akhdar is 484660.
What is the population of Akhdar?
Akhdar has a total population of 3,466, including 1,812 males and 1,654 females.
How many households are there in Akhdar?
There are 785 households in Akhdar.
What is the literacy rate in Akhdar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhdar is 52.28%. Male literacy is 59.82% and female literacy is 44.01%.