Akola - Panagar, Jabalpur
Akola is a village situated in the Panagar tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panagar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Lakhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akola is 490035. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.96 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Panagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Akola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akola
As per Census 2011, Akola village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 89 males and 86 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 64 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 25 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Akola
Akola 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 Akola
Akola 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 >10 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 Panagar to Akola is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Akola is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akola 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 Akola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akola 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 Akola
Where is Akola located?
Akola village is located in Panagar Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akola?
The Gram Panchayat of Akola is Lakhna.
What is the pincode of Akola?
The pincode of Akola is 483336.
What is the population of Akola?
Akola has a total population of 175, including 89 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Akola?
There are 38 households in Akola.
What is the literacy rate in Akola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola is 63.43%. Male literacy is 71.91% and female literacy is 54.65%.