Akshora - Dhari, Nainital
Akshora is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Akshora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akshora is 054941. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.48 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Akshora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akshora
According to the 2011 Census, Akshora village had a total population of 904 people, including 453 males and 451 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 81.84% and female literacy at 66.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 477.
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 | 904 | 453 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 247 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 302 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 151 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Akshora
Akshora 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 Akshora
Akshora 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 5-10 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 Nainital to Akshora is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akshora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akshora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Akshora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akshora 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Akshora
Where is Akshora located?
Akshora village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akshora?
Akshora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akshora?
The pincode of Akshora is 263132.
What is the population of Akshora?
Akshora had a total population of 904, including 453 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Akshora?
Akshora had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akshora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akshora was 74.29%. Male literacy was 81.84% and female literacy was 66.76%.