Agaskhed - Akot, Akola
Agaskhed is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Chohotta Bz. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agaskhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agaskhed is 529863. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.52 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Agaskhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akola East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agaskhed
According to the 2011 Census, Agaskhed village had a total population of 166 people, including 89 males and 77 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.13%, with male literacy at 96.25% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Agaskhed
Agaskhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chohotta | East | 0.87 km |
| Salkhed | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Karodi | East | 1.85 km |
| Bhod | South | 2.02 km |
| Rajurwadi | North | 2.34 km |
| Pilakwadi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Dharel | East | 3.14 km |
| Gopalkhed | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Nandkhed | West | 4.09 km |
| Mahalaxmi | East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agaskhed
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Agaskhed. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Akot to Agaskhed is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Agaskhed is about 27 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 Agaskhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agaskhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Agaskhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agaskhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Agaskhed
Where is Agaskhed located?
Agaskhed village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agaskhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Agaskhed is Chohotta Bz..
What is the pincode of Agaskhed?
The pincode of Agaskhed is 444101.
What is the population of Agaskhed?
Agaskhed had a total population of 166, including 89 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Agaskhed?
Agaskhed had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agaskhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agaskhed was 90.13%. Male literacy was 96.25% and female literacy was 83.33%.