Akolhi - Bansdih, Ballia
Akolhi is a village situated in the Bansdih tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansdih and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Akolhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akolhi is 199742. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.8 hectares and falls under the 277301 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Akolhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akolhi
As per Census 2011, Akolhi village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 782 males and 727 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 669 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akolhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 782 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 122 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 410 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 372 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Akolhi
Akolhi 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 Akolhi
Akolhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Akolhi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Akolhi is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akolhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akolhi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akolhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akolhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Akolhi
Where is Akolhi located?
Akolhi village is located in Bansdih Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akolhi?
Akolhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akolhi?
The pincode of Akolhi is 277301.
What is the population of Akolhi?
Akolhi has a total population of 1,509, including 782 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Akolhi?
There are 251 households in Akolhi.
What is the literacy rate in Akolhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akolhi is 44.33%. Male literacy is 52.43% and female literacy is 35.63%.