Akurai - Garud, Bageshwar
Akurai is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Ana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akurai is 051369. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.03 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Akurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Akurai
According to the 2011 Census, Akurai village had a total population of 73 people, including 34 males and 39 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.81%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Akurai
Akurai 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 Akurai
Akurai 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Akurai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akurai 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 Akurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akurai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akurai
Where is Akurai located?
Akurai village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Akurai is Ana.
What is the pincode of Akurai?
The pincode of Akurai is 263641.
What is the population of Akurai?
Akurai had a total population of 73, including 34 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Akurai?
Akurai had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akurai was 76.81%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 64.10%.