Akolkhed - Akot, Akola
Akolkhed is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Akolkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akolkhed is 529765. The village covers a total geographical area of 651 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Akolkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akolkhed
As per Census 2011, Akolkhed village has a total population of 5,539 people, consisting of 2,898 males and 2,641 females. The village has 1,241 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 605 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,413 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akolkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,539 | 2,898 | 2,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 605 | 340 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,150 | 576 | 574 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,413 | 2,380 | 2,033 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 518 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Akolkhed
Akolkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akoli Jahangir | East | 2.07 km |
| Amboda | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Diwthana | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Narsingpur | East | 3.70 km |
| Mohala | West | 3.74 km |
| Dahikhel Futkar | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Ambadi | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Sarfabad | West | 4.13 km |
| Kapashi | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Gaulkhed | East | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akolkhed
Akolkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Akot, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Akolkhed is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Akolkhed is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akolkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akolkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akolkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akolkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Akolkhed
Where is Akolkhed located?
Akolkhed village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akolkhed?
Akolkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akolkhed?
The pincode of Akolkhed is 444101.
What is the population of Akolkhed?
Akolkhed has a total population of 5,539, including 2,898 males and 2,641 females.
How many households are there in Akolkhed?
There are 1,241 households in Akolkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Akolkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akolkhed is 79.67%. Male literacy is 82.13% and female literacy is 76.98%.