Jaulka - Akot, Akola
Jaulka is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Jaualka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaulka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaulka is 529823. The village covers a total geographical area of 503.57 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jaulka 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 Jaulka
As per Census 2011, Jaulka village has a total population of 1,254 people, consisting of 629 males and 625 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaulka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,254 | 629 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 216 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 520 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 109 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Jaulka
Jaulka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maroda | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Balegaon | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Dinoda | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Warur | East | 3.55 km |
| Lotkhed | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Taroda | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Warula | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Sawargaon | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Deori | West | 4.41 km |
| Kawasa Khurd | South | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaulka
Jaulka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 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 Jaulka is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Jaulka is about 30 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 Jaulka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaulka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaulka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaulka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaulka
Where is Jaulka located?
Jaulka village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaulka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaulka is Jaualka.
What is the pincode of Jaulka?
The pincode of Jaulka is 444101.
What is the population of Jaulka?
Jaulka has a total population of 1,254, including 629 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Jaulka?
There are 280 households in Jaulka.
What is the literacy rate in Jaulka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaulka is 77.19%. Male literacy is 82.67% and female literacy is 71.68%.