Raundala - Akot, Akola
Raundala is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Raundala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raundala is 529840. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144.76 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raundala 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 Raundala
As per Census 2011, Raundala village has a total population of 1,835 people, consisting of 951 males and 884 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,362 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raundala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,835 | 951 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 110 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 256 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,362 | 736 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 215 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Raundala
Raundala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hilalabad | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Nimboli | West | 3.02 km |
| Alewadi | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Takali | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Parala | South | 3.57 km |
| Dewarda | South | 3.81 km |
| Palsod | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Patsul | East | 3.95 km |
| Fattepur | North | 4.48 km |
| Dapura | South-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raundala
Raundala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 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 Raundala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Raundala is about 40 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 Raundala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raundala 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Raundala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raundala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raundala
Where is Raundala located?
Raundala village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raundala?
Raundala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raundala?
The pincode of Raundala is 444108.
What is the population of Raundala?
Raundala has a total population of 1,835, including 951 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Raundala?
There are 420 households in Raundala.
What is the literacy rate in Raundala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raundala is 74.22%. Male literacy is 77.39% and female literacy is 70.81%.