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
According to the 2011 Census, Akola village had a total population of 175 people, including 89 males and 86 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 83.12% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 175, including 89 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Akola?
Akola had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola was 73.03%. Male literacy was 83.12% and female literacy was 62.67%.