Akola
Akola is a village located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Akola village is also a gram panchayat.
Akola has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Akola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akola is 497932. The village spans a total geographical area of 779.45 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Akola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Akola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Akola
Population of Akola
Below is a concise population overview of Akola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 790 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 144 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 589 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 201 | 341 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akola village:
- The total population of Akola village is around 1,582, including approximately 790 males and 792 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 218 children aged 0–6 years in Akola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Akola village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 312 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Akola village is about 65.74%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 56.94%.
- There are around 346 households in Akola village.
Connectivity of Akola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akola. As per the 2011 stats, Akola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Akola
Knowing the nearby villages of Akola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akola
- Where is Akola located?
- Akola village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Akola?
- Akola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Akola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akola is 1,582, with 790 males and 792 females.
- How many households are there in Akola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Akola village has a total of 346 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Akola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akola is 65.74%. The male literacy rate is 74.56%, while the female literacy rate is 56.94%.