Akaram - Shaligouraram, Nalgonda
Akaram is a village situated in the Shaligouraram mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Sali Gouraram and around 40 km from Nalgonda. Akaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akaram is 576662. The village covers a total geographical area of 1954 hectares and falls under the 508210 pincode. Nalgonda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Akaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akaram
As per Census 2011, Akaram village has a total population of 3,496 people, consisting of 1,730 males and 1,766 females. The village has 897 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,866 literate and 1,630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 816 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,496 | 1,730 | 1,766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 191 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 417 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,866 | 1,062 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,630 | 668 | 962 |
Nearby Villages of Akaram
Akaram 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 Akaram
Akaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nalgonda to Akaram is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akaram
Where is Akaram located?
Akaram village is located in Shaligouraram Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akaram?
Akaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akaram?
The pincode of Akaram is 508210.
What is the population of Akaram?
Akaram has a total population of 3,496, including 1,730 males and 1,766 females.
How many households are there in Akaram?
There are 897 households in Akaram.
What is the literacy rate in Akaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akaram is 53.38%. Male literacy is 61.39% and female literacy is 45.53%.