Akhoriya - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Akhoriya is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kawwa Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akhoriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhoriya is 048941. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.91 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Akhoriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Akhoriya
According to the 2011 Census, Akhoriya village had a total population of 4 people, including 2 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Akhoriya
Akhoriya 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 Akhoriya
Akhoriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Didihat to Akhoriya is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Akhoriya is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhoriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhoriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akhoriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhoriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akhoriya
Where is Akhoriya located?
Akhoriya village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akhoriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Akhoriya is Kawwa Dhar.
What is the pincode of Akhoriya?
The pincode of Akhoriya is 262554.
What is the population of Akhoriya?
Akhoriya had a total population of 4, including 2 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Akhoriya?
Akhoriya had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhoriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhoriya was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.