Akola - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Akola is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Akola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akola is 490487. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.67 hectares and falls under the 487114 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akola
As per Census 2011, Akola village has a total population of 578 people, consisting of 318 males and 260 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 578 | 318 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 230 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 88 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Akola
Akola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Simri Dundi | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Kandhrapur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Jatlapur | South | 1.92 km |
| Baskhirwa (baskheda) | East | 2.34 km |
| Bamhani(seoni) | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Mohas | North | 2.86 km |
| Sangapur | South | 2.89 km |
| Simri Badi | East | 3.18 km |
| Themi | West | 3.73 km |
| Pipariya (mushran) | South | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akola
Akola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karak Bel, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Akola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Akola is about 35 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akola
Where is Akola located?
Akola village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akola?
Akola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akola?
The pincode of Akola is 487114.
What is the population of Akola?
Akola has a total population of 578, including 318 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Akola?
There are 133 households in Akola.
What is the literacy rate in Akola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola is 66.09%. Male literacy is 72.33% and female literacy is 58.46%.