Aakare - Jawhar, Palghar
Aakare is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from Jawhar and around 123 km from Thane. Aakare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aakare is 551893. The village covers a total geographical area of 1458 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Aakare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aakare
As per Census 2011, Aakare village has a total population of 2,021 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 1,018 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 643 literate and 1,378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,009 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aakare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,021 | 1,003 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 194 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,009 | 998 | 1,011 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 375 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,378 | 628 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Aakare
Aakare 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 Aakare
Public transport in the Aakare is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Aakare is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Aakare is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aakare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aakare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aakare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aakare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aakare
Where is Aakare located?
Aakare village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aakare?
Aakare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aakare?
The pincode of Aakare is 401603.
What is the population of Aakare?
Aakare has a total population of 2,021, including 1,003 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Aakare?
There are 414 households in Aakare.
What is the literacy rate in Aakare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aakare is 31.82%. Male literacy is 37.39% and female literacy is 26.33%.