Dangarkhed - Akot, Akola
Dangarkhed is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Khirkhund Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangarkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangarkhed is 529748. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.79 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dangarkhed 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 Dangarkhed
As per Census 2011, Dangarkhed village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 154 males and 156 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangarkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 153 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 112 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 42 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dangarkhed
Dangarkhed is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dangarkhed
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dangarkhed. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dangarkhed.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dangarkhed is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Dangarkhed is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangarkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dangarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangarkhed 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 Dangarkhed
Where is Dangarkhed located?
Dangarkhed village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangarkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangarkhed is Khirkhund Bk..
What is the pincode of Dangarkhed?
The pincode of Dangarkhed is 444101.
What is the population of Dangarkhed?
Dangarkhed has a total population of 310, including 154 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Dangarkhed?
There are 66 households in Dangarkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Dangarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangarkhed is 64.19%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 55.77%.