Keli Kotul - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Keli Kotul is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Akola and around 149 km from Ahmadnagar. Keli Kotul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keli Kotul is 557302. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.14 hectares and falls under the 422610 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Keli Kotul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keli Kotul
As per Census 2011, Keli Kotul village has a total population of 1,192 people, consisting of 595 males and 597 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,092 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keli Kotul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 595 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,092 | 544 | 548 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 441 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 154 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Keli Kotul
Keli Kotul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godewadi | South-West | 0.77 km |
| Nachanthav | North | 1.97 km |
| Garwadi | South | 2.31 km |
| Keli Otur | West | 2.82 km |
| Karandi | East | 3.02 km |
| Pisewadi | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Esarthav | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Bholewadi | North | 3.94 km |
| Chilhewadi | South | 4.55 km |
| Kotul | North-West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keli Kotul
Keli Kotul is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangamner to Keli Kotul is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Keli Kotul is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keli Kotul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keli Kotul 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 Keli Kotul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keli Kotul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keli Kotul
Where is Keli Kotul located?
Keli Kotul village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keli Kotul?
Keli Kotul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keli Kotul?
The pincode of Keli Kotul is 422610.
What is the population of Keli Kotul?
Keli Kotul has a total population of 1,192, including 595 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Keli Kotul?
There are 159 households in Keli Kotul.
What is the literacy rate in Keli Kotul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keli Kotul is 66.44%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 58.79%.