Akhara

Akhara is a village located in Jalandhar Ii tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - Ii (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Akhara village is also a gram panchayat.

Akhara has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Akhara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akhara is 030558. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144622. Kartarpur is nearest town to Akhara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Akhara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,148 597 551
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 64 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 715 377 338
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 670 380 290
Illiterate Population 478 217 261

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

  • The total population of Akhara village is around 1,148, including approximately 597 males and 551 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Akhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akhara village has 715 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Akhara village is about 58.36%, with male literacy at 63.65% and female literacy at 52.63%.
  • There are around 225 households in Akhara village.

Connectivity of Akhara

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

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

Nearby Villages of Akhara

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

Alampur Devi Dasspur Talwandi Jhandir Mangeki Jande Sarai Bullowal Kurala Butran Dalla Mamandpur Jamalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Akhara

Where is Akhara located?
Akhara village is situated in Jalandhar Ii Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhara?
Akhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Akhara?
The pincode of Akhara is 144622, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Akhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akhara is 1,148, with 597 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Akhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akhara village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akhara is 58.36%. The male literacy rate is 63.65%, while the female literacy rate is 52.63%.