Akhauri - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Akhauri is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Akhori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akhauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akhauri is 042228. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.04 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Akhauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akhauri
According to the 2011 Census, Akhauri village had a total population of 474 people, including 223 males and 251 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.03%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 66.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 474 | 223 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 165 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 58 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Akhauri
Akhauri 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 Akhauri
Akhauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Akhauri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akhauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akhauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akhauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akhauri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Akhauri
Where is Akhauri located?
Akhauri village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akhauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Akhauri is Akhori.
What is the pincode of Akhauri?
The pincode of Akhauri is 246425.
What is the population of Akhauri?
Akhauri had a total population of 474, including 223 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Akhauri?
Akhauri had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akhauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akhauri was 79.03%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 66.06%.