Akhar

Akhar is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Sakur is the gram panchayat of Akhar village.

Akhar has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Akhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akhar is 551938. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401602. Jawhar is nearest town to Akhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Akhar

Below is a concise population overview of Akhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,028 500 528
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 188 86 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,005 488 517
Literate Population 495 275 220
Illiterate Population 533 225 308

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akhar village:

  • The total population of Akhar village is around 1,028, including approximately 500 males and 528 females, with a sex ratio of 1056 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Akhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akhar village has 1,005 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Akhar village is about 48.15%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 41.67%.
  • There are around 208 households in Akhar village.

Connectivity of Akhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akhar. As per the 2011 stats, Akhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Akhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Akhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akhar.

Shiroshi Vijaynagar Walwande Kadachimet Sakur Kaulale Shirasgaon Shrirampur Nandgaon Rajewadi Zap

Frequently Asked Questions about Akhar

Where is Akhar located?
Akhar village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Akhar is Sakur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Akhar?
The pincode of Akhar is 401602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Akhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akhar is 1,028, with 500 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Akhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akhar village has a total of 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akhar is 48.15%. The male literacy rate is 55.00%, while the female literacy rate is 41.67%.