Akhop - Belthara Road, Ballia
Akhop is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Akhop village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhop is 197722. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.32 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Akhop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhop
As per Census 2011, Akhop village has a total population of 4,591 people, consisting of 2,398 males and 2,193 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 593 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,049 literate and 1,542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akhop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,591 | 2,398 | 2,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 331 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,387 | 734 | 653 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 3,049 | 1,801 | 1,248 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,542 | 597 | 945 |
Nearby Villages of Akhop
Akhop 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patnari Kirtupur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Sasna Bahadurpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Paidaishpur | West | 1.89 km |
| Tendua | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Bhadaura Tarchhapar | East | 2.01 km |
| Tenduhari | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Bibipur | East | 2.69 km |
| Gai Ganwa | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Maleri | South | 2.90 km |
| Kundail Niyamat Ali | North-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akhop
Akhop is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Akhop is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Akhop is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhop 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 Akhop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhop village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akhop
Where is Akhop located?
Akhop village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhop?
Akhop is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akhop?
The pincode of Akhop is 221715.
What is the population of Akhop?
Akhop has a total population of 4,591, including 2,398 males and 2,193 females.
How many households are there in Akhop?
There are 626 households in Akhop.
What is the literacy rate in Akhop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhop is 66.41%. Male literacy is 75.10% and female literacy is 56.91%.