Akolhia - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Akolhia is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Netari Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akolhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akolhia is 181959. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.25 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Akolhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akolhia
According to the 2011 Census, Akolhia village had a total population of 510 people, including 201 males and 309 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,537 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.58%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 50.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 510 | 201 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 39 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 124 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 77 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Akolhia
Akolhia 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 Akolhia
Akolhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sant Kabir Nagar to Akolhia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Akolhia is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akolhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akolhia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akolhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akolhia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akolhia
Where is Akolhia located?
Akolhia village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akolhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Akolhia is Netari Kalan.
What is the pincode of Akolhia?
The pincode of Akolhia is 272152.
What is the population of Akolhia?
Akolhia had a total population of 510, including 201 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Akolhia?
Akolhia had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akolhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akolhia was 60.58%. Male literacy was 76.54% and female literacy was 50.39%.