Dewarda - Akot, Akola
Dewarda is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Deorda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewarda is 529845. The village covers a total geographical area of 764.29 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dewarda 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 Dewarda
As per Census 2011, Dewarda village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 371 males and 368 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 371 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 68 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 330 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 41 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Dewarda
Dewarda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nijampur | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Parala | West | 2.57 km |
| Palsod | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Rajurwadi | South | 3.31 km |
| Hanwadi | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Raundala | North | 3.81 km |
| Salkhed | South | 4.28 km |
| Danori | East | 4.38 km |
| Dhamana Bk | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Hilalabad | North-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewarda
Public transport in the Dewarda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| 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 Dewarda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Dewarda is about 28 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 Dewarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewarda
Where is Dewarda located?
Dewarda village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewarda is Deorda.
What is the pincode of Dewarda?
The pincode of Dewarda is 444101.
What is the population of Dewarda?
Dewarda has a total population of 739, including 371 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Dewarda?
There are 159 households in Dewarda.
What is the literacy rate in Dewarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewarda is 84.98%. Male literacy is 88.95% and female literacy is 80.98%.