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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Akheti
According to the 2011 Census, Akheti village had a total population of 101 people, including 49 males and 52 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.76%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 101, including 49 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Akheti?
Akheti had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akheti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akheti was 79.76%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 68.75%.