Akhar - Ballia
Akhar is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. Akhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhar is 199245. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.28 hectares and falls under the 277401 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Akhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhar
As per Census 2011, Akhar village has a total population of 8,053 people, consisting of 4,345 males and 3,708 females. The village has 995 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,191 literate and 2,862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 938 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,053 | 4,345 | 3,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,191 | 662 | 529 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 492 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 5,191 | 3,120 | 2,071 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,862 | 1,225 | 1,637 |
Nearby Villages of Akhar
Akhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothia | East | 1.52 km |
| Boha Khas | North | 1.59 km |
| Savru Band | West | 1.64 km |
| Dumri Ta.sher | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Kishun Nagar | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Udaipura | West | 2.03 km |
| Ghaura | East | 2.06 km |
| Ratnauli | North | 2.14 km |
| Janari | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Harlal Chhapra | South | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akhar
Akhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bansdih Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 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 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Akhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akhar
Where is Akhar located?
Akhar village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhar?
Akhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhar?
The pincode of Akhar is 277401.
What is the population of Akhar?
Akhar has a total population of 8,053, including 4,345 males and 3,708 females.
How many households are there in Akhar?
There are 995 households in Akhar.
What is the literacy rate in Akhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhar is 64.46%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 55.85%.