Akya Gehlot - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Akya Gehlot is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Koondla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akya Gehlot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akya Gehlot is 105202. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 326515 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Akya Gehlot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akya Gehlot
As per Census 2011, Akya Gehlot village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 612 males and 630 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akya Gehlot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 612 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 111 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 282 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 330 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Akya Gehlot
Akya Gehlot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Semli Gehlot | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Deoriya Kanwal | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Jhakhni | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Jheekariya | East | 2.27 km |
| Nipaniya Jhala | South | 2.56 km |
| Chhappiya | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Bankari | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Moondla | North | 2.99 km |
| Ralayti | East | 3.66 km |
| Koondla | South-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akya Gehlot
Public transport in the Akya Gehlot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chau Mahla, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawani Mandi to Akya Gehlot is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Akya Gehlot is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akya Gehlot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akya Gehlot 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 Akya Gehlot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akya Gehlot 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 Akya Gehlot
Where is Akya Gehlot located?
Akya Gehlot village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akya Gehlot?
The Gram Panchayat of Akya Gehlot is Koondla.
What is the pincode of Akya Gehlot?
The pincode of Akya Gehlot is 326515.
What is the population of Akya Gehlot?
Akya Gehlot has a total population of 1,242, including 612 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Akya Gehlot?
There are 243 households in Akya Gehlot.
What is the literacy rate in Akya Gehlot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akya Gehlot is 29.63%. Male literacy is 46.08% and female literacy is 13.65%.