Akalgarh
Akalgarh is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Akalgarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Akalgarh has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Akalgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akalgarh is 031963. The village spans a total geographical area of 94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Akalgarh village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Akalgarh
Below is a concise population overview of Akalgarh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 649 | 340 | 309 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 204 | 183 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 396 | 215 | 181 |
Illiterate Population | 253 | 125 | 128 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akalgarh village:
- The total population of Akalgarh village is around 649, including approximately 340 males and 309 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Akalgarh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Akalgarh village has 387 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Akalgarh village is about 61.02%, with male literacy at 63.24% and female literacy at 58.58%.
- There are around 146 households in Akalgarh village.
Connectivity of Akalgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akalgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Akalgarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Akalgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Akalgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akalgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akalgarh
- Where is Akalgarh located?
- Akalgarh village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Akalgarh?
- Akalgarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Akalgarh?
- The pincode of Akalgarh is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Akalgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akalgarh is 649, with 340 males and 309 females.
- How many households are there in Akalgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Akalgarh village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Akalgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akalgarh is 61.02%. The male literacy rate is 63.24%, while the female literacy rate is 58.58%.