Village code 551938

Akhar Village, Jawhar Taluka: Map, PIN Code and Population

Akhar is a village in Jawhar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Thane district, Maharashtra. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Akhar village map in Maharashtra
Akhar village map image for Jawhar Taluka, Maharashtra.

Village Overview

Akhar is a village in Jawhar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Thane district, Maharashtra. For Akhar, the population is 1,028, PIN code is 401602 and Census village code is 551938. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Akhar village
Village code551938
PIN code401602
Population1,028
Households208
Area222.03 ha / 2.22 sq. km / 549 acres
Population density463 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1056 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townJawhar (5 km)
Current stateMaharashtra
Census 2011 stateMaharashtra
Current districtThane
Census 2011 districtThane

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 401602. This helps users verify the postal area for Akhar, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Akhar village
PIN code401602
Post offices linked with this PINDahanu Road S.O, Agawan B.O, Ashagad B.O, Bapugaon B.O, Charoti B.O, and Chikhale B.O
Best matching post officeDahanu Road S.O (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtPalghar
Postal stateMaharashtra
Postal divisionPalghar Division
Postal circleMaharashtra Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Akhar comes under Akhar gram panchayat and Jawhar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Jawhar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluka headquarters is Jawhar at 15 km. The Census district headquarters, Thane, is 117 km away.

Administrative details for Akhar
Current stateMaharashtra
Census 2011 stateMaharashtra
Current districtThane
Census 2011 districtThane
State code27
District code517
Taluka / Census sub-district code4160
C.D. Block code211
Block panchayat code211

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Akhar village and its household count.

Total population

1,028 residents in 208 households

Male population

500

Female population

528

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 1,005

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 2

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Akhar
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Akhar
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Akhar
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power16 hours per day
Winter domestic power16 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Akhar
Net area sown80.18 hectares
Irrigated area80.18 hectares
Forest area33.92 hectares
Non-agricultural area13.10 hectares
Main cropNagli
Second cropRice
Third cropRice

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Akhar
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Jawhar, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Jawhar, 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Akhar

Jawhar (5 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Jawhar is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Akhar
Nearest major townJawhar (5 km)
Taluka headquartersJawhar (15 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluka, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Akhar. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Akhar
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 2
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Private OthersAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Covered WellAvailable
Covered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Covered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
SpringAvailable
Spring Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Spring Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluka, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Akhar village located?

Akhar is located in Jawhar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Thane.

Which Taluka is Akhar in?

Akhar is in Jawhar Taluka. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Akhar in?

District: Thane.

What is the village code of Akhar?

The Census village code of Akhar is 551938.

What is the PIN code of Akhar?

The PIN code reported for Akhar is 401602.

What is the population of Akhar?

Akhar has 1,028 residents in 208 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Akhar?

The nearest statutory town to Akhar is Jawhar (5 km).

Which crops are grown in Akhar?

The main crops reported for Akhar are Nagli and Rice.

What land-use details are available for Akhar?

Land-use details for Akhar include net area sown: 80.18 hectares and irrigated area: 80.18 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Akhar?

Government primary school status for Akhar is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Akhar?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Akhar?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Akhar?

The total geographical area of Akhar is 222.03 hectares.

How many households are in Akhar?

Akhar has 208 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Akhar?

Treated tap water is available in the village.

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