Akolha - Gola, Gorakhpur
Akolha is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Nagva Bhagvan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akolha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akolha is 187602. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.89 hectares and falls under the 273408 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Akolha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akolha
According to the 2011 Census, Akolha village had a total population of 623 people, including 343 males and 280 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.17%, with male literacy at 92.21% and female literacy at 58.20%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 343 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 284 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 59 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Akolha
Akolha 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 Akolha
Akolha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Akolha is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Akolha is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akolha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akolha 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 Akolha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akolha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akolha
Where is Akolha located?
Akolha village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akolha?
The Gram Panchayat of Akolha is Nagva Bhagvan.
What is the pincode of Akolha?
The pincode of Akolha is 273408.
What is the population of Akolha?
Akolha had a total population of 623, including 343 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Akolha?
Akolha had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akolha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akolha was 77.17%. Male literacy was 92.21% and female literacy was 58.20%.