Akheti - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Akheti is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Baral Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akheti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akheti is 051932. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.97 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Akheti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akheti
As per Census 2011, Akheti village has a total population of 101 people, consisting of 49 males and 52 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akheti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Akheti
Akheti 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 Akheti
Akheti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Akheti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Akheti is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akheti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akheti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akheti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akheti 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 Akheti
Where is Akheti located?
Akheti village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akheti?
The Gram Panchayat of Akheti is Baral Gaon.
What is the pincode of Akheti?
The pincode of Akheti is 263656.
What is the population of Akheti?
Akheti has a total population of 101, including 49 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Akheti?
There are 20 households in Akheti.
What is the literacy rate in Akheti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akheti is 66.34%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 63.46%.