Karatwadi Railway - Akot, Akola
Karatwadi Railway 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 56 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Karatwadi Akot serves as the Village Panchayat for Karatwadi Railway village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karatwadi Railway is 529798. The village covers a total geographical area of 588.19 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karatwadi Railway 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 Karatwadi Railway
According to the 2011 Census, Karatwadi Railway village had a total population of 771 people, including 419 males and 352 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 77.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 412.
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 | 771 | 419 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 222 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 321 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 98 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Karatwadi Railway
Karatwadi Railway 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhangarwadi | North | 2.03 km |
| Kalwadi | West | 2.23 km |
| Sawargaon | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Dhaga | North | 3.60 km |
| Mirzapur | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Warula | West | 4.27 km |
| Tandulwadi | West | 4.31 km |
| Manchanpur | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Vitali | South-East | 4.83 km |
| Kesori | West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karatwadi Railway
Public transport in the Karatwadi Railway 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 31.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Karatwadi Railway is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Karatwadi Railway is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karatwadi Railway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karatwadi Railway village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karatwadi Railway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karatwadi Railway village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karatwadi Railway
Where is Karatwadi Railway located?
Karatwadi Railway village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karatwadi Railway?
The Village Panchayat of Karatwadi Railway is Karatwadi Akot.
What is the pincode of Karatwadi Railway?
The pincode of Karatwadi Railway is 444101.
What is the population of Karatwadi Railway?
Karatwadi Railway had a total population of 771, including 419 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Karatwadi Railway?
Karatwadi Railway had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karatwadi Railway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karatwadi Railway was 82.81%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 77.41%.