Akhoria - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Akhoria is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Akhodiya Naugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akhoria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhoria is 052016. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.28 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Akhoria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Akhoria
According to the 2011 Census, Akhoria village had a total population of 782 people, including 334 males and 448 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 1,341 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.76%, with male literacy at 94.51% and female literacy at 68.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 782 | 334 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 61 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 258 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 76 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Akhoria
Akhoria 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 Akhoria
Public transport in the Akhoria is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Akhoria is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Akhoria is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhoria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akhoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhoria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akhoria
Where is Akhoria located?
Akhoria village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akhoria?
The Gram Panchayat of Akhoria is Akhodiya Naugaon.
What is the pincode of Akhoria?
The pincode of Akhoria is 263656.
What is the population of Akhoria?
Akhoria had a total population of 782, including 334 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Akhoria?
Akhoria had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhoria was 78.76%. Male literacy was 94.51% and female literacy was 68.15%.