Akbarpur Jhojha - Roorkee, Haridwar
Akbarpur Jhojha is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Roorkee and around 43 km from Hardwar. Akbarpur Jhojha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akbarpur Jhojha is 056483. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.9 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Akbarpur Jhojha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akbarpur Jhojha
According to the 2011 Census, Akbarpur Jhojha village had a total population of 2,041 people, including 1,048 males and 993 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.91%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 54.87%.
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 | 2,041 | 1,048 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 212 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 624 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 424 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Akbarpur Jhojha
Akbarpur Jhojha 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 Akbarpur Jhojha
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Akbarpur Jhojha. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Akbarpur Jhojha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Akbarpur Jhojha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Akbarpur Jhojha is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akbarpur Jhojha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akbarpur Jhojha 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 Akbarpur Jhojha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akbarpur Jhojha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akbarpur Jhojha
Where is Akbarpur Jhojha located?
Akbarpur Jhojha village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akbarpur Jhojha?
Akbarpur Jhojha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akbarpur Jhojha?
The pincode of Akbarpur Jhojha is 247667.
What is the population of Akbarpur Jhojha?
Akbarpur Jhojha had a total population of 2,041, including 1,048 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Akbarpur Jhojha?
Akbarpur Jhojha had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akbarpur Jhojha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akbarpur Jhojha was 64.91%. Male literacy was 74.64% and female literacy was 54.87%.