Akegavhan - Palghar
Akegavhan is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Palghar and around 123 km from Thane. Chinchare serves as the Village Panchayat for Akegavhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akegavhan is 552225. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 401501 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Akegavhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akegavhan
According to the 2011 Census, Akegavhan village had a total population of 784 people, including 376 males and 408 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.74%, with male literacy at 62.66% and female literacy at 41.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 780.
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 | 784 | 376 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 68 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 780 | 373 | 407 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 193 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 183 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Akegavhan
Akegavhan 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 Akegavhan
Public transport in the Akegavhan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akegavhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palghar to Akegavhan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Akegavhan 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 Akegavhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akegavhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akegavhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akegavhan 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 Akegavhan
Where is Akegavhan located?
Akegavhan village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Akegavhan?
The Village Panchayat of Akegavhan is Chinchare.
What is the pincode of Akegavhan?
The pincode of Akegavhan is 401501.
What is the population of Akegavhan?
Akegavhan had a total population of 784, including 376 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Akegavhan?
Akegavhan had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akegavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akegavhan was 51.74%. Male literacy was 62.66% and female literacy was 41.36%.