Akola

Akola is a village located in Baraily tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Baraily (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Akola village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Akola unique in its vibrant Baraily-Raisen region. You’ll see Akola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Akola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akola is 484503. The village spans a total geographical area of 695.67 hectares. Baraily is nearest town to Akola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km 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 Udaipura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Akola

According to the 2011 Census, Akola has a total population of about 641, with approximately 312 males and 329 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.15%, with male literacy at about 69.87% and female literacy near 52.89%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Akola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 641 312 329
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 32 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 128 66 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 25 12 13
Literate Population 392 218 174
Illiterate Population 249 94 155

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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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 Baraily Tehsil, within the Raisen 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 641, with 312 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Akola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akola village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akola is 61.15%. The male literacy rate is 69.87%, while the female literacy rate is 52.89%.