Akhada - Wada, Palghar
Akhada is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from Vada and around 107 km from Thane. Akhada village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhada is 552118. The village covers a total geographical area of 697 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Akhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhada
According to the 2011 Census, Akhada village had a total population of 630 people, including 317 males and 313 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.02%, with male literacy at 67.60% and female literacy at 48.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 630.
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 | 630 | 317 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 317 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 169 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 148 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Akhada
Akhada 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 Akhada
Akhada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Akhada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Akhada is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akhada
Where is Akhada located?
Akhada village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Akhada?
Akhada is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhada?
The pincode of Akhada is 421303.
What is the population of Akhada?
Akhada had a total population of 630, including 317 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Akhada?
Akhada had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhada was 58.02%. Male literacy was 67.60% and female literacy was 48.63%.