Malakapur Gound - Akot, Akola
Malakapur Gound is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Dharur Rama. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malakapur Gound village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malakapur Gound is 529697. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.36 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Malakapur Gound 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 Malakapur Gound
As per Census 2011, Malakapur Gound village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 255 males and 262 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 416 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malakapur Gound are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 255 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 206 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 157 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 98 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Malakapur Gound
Malakapur Gound 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkapur Bhil | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Popatkhed | East | 2.73 km |
| Shahanur | West | 3.35 km |
| Khasbag | South | 3.43 km |
| Dahikhel Futkar | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Bandhara | East | 4.15 km |
| Rahnapur | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Ramapur Dharur | South | 4.78 km |
| Sarfabad | South | 5.47 km |
| Kasod Shivpur | South-West | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malakapur Gound
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malakapur Gound. The nearest railway station is Akot, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Malakapur Gound is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Malakapur Gound is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malakapur Gound
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malakapur Gound 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 Malakapur Gound
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malakapur Gound 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 Malakapur Gound
Where is Malakapur Gound located?
Malakapur Gound village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malakapur Gound?
The Gram Panchayat of Malakapur Gound is Dharur Rama..
What is the pincode of Malakapur Gound?
The pincode of Malakapur Gound is 444101.
What is the population of Malakapur Gound?
Malakapur Gound has a total population of 517, including 255 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Malakapur Gound?
There are 103 households in Malakapur Gound.
What is the literacy rate in Malakapur Gound?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malakapur Gound is 57.64%. Male literacy is 61.57% and female literacy is 53.82%.