Kund - Akot, Akola
Kund is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Koha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kund is 529873. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kund 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 Kund
As per Census 2011, Kund village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 128 males and 131 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 128 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 127 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 107 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kund
Kund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karjagaon | West | 2.56 km |
| Bhandegaon | East | 2.77 km |
| Telgavhan | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Chorkhopadi | South | 3.14 km |
| Mankopra | North | 3.45 km |
| Chikhali | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Kohala | West | 4.95 km |
| Bhulai | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Tornala | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Sangalwadi | North | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kund
Public transport in the Kund is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kund is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Kund is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kund
Where is Kund located?
Kund village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kund?
The Gram Panchayat of Kund is Koha.
What is the pincode of Kund?
The pincode of Kund is 444101.
What is the population of Kund?
Kund has a total population of 259, including 128 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Kund?
There are 48 households in Kund.
What is the literacy rate in Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kund is 76.45%. Male literacy is 83.59% and female literacy is 69.47%.