Lamkani - Akot, Akola
Lamkani is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Lamkani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamkani is 529810. The village covers a total geographical area of 718.84 hectares and falls under the 444117 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Lamkani 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 Lamkani
As per Census 2011, Lamkani village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 254 males and 237 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamkani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 254 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 411 | 225 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 29 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Lamkani
Lamkani 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 Lamkani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lamkani. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lamkani.
| 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 Lamkani is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Lamkani is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamkani 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 Lamkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamkani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lamkani
Where is Lamkani located?
Lamkani village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamkani?
Lamkani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamkani?
The pincode of Lamkani is 444117.
What is the population of Lamkani?
Lamkani has a total population of 491, including 254 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Lamkani?
There are 98 households in Lamkani.
What is the literacy rate in Lamkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamkani is 83.71%. Male literacy is 88.58% and female literacy is 78.48%.