Akola - Baraily, Raisen
Akola is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Akola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akola is 484503. The village covers a total geographical area of 695.67 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akola
As per Census 2011, Akola village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 312 males and 329 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lanjhi | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Banspipliya | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Berkhedi | West | 2.12 km |
| Dhadiya | South | 2.26 km |
| Mahragaon Khurd | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Dhimar Dhana | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Samnapur Jagir | North | 2.85 km |
| Kothari | West | 3.11 km |
| Gol | East | 3.23 km |
| Kanhaiyapar | East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akola
Akola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sobhapur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baraily to Akola is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Akola is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 Baraily Tehsil, Raisen 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 464668.
What is the population of Akola?
Akola has a total population of 641, including 312 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Akola?
There are 122 households in Akola.
What is the literacy rate in Akola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola is 61.15%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 52.89%.