Shahanur - Akot, Akola
Shahanur 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Dharur Rama. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahanur is 529696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1876 hectares and falls under the 444126 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shahanur 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 Shahanur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahanur village had a total population of 396 people, including 209 males and 187 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.78%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 57.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 349.
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 | 396 | 209 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 186 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 142 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 67 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Shahanur
Shahanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahnapur | South | 2.53 km |
| Malakapur Gound | East | 3.35 km |
| Shahapur Pr.rupagad | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Malkapur Bhil | East | 4.51 km |
| Kasod Shivpur | South | 4.61 km |
| Khasbag | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Ramapur Dharur | South | 4.99 km |
| Popatkhed | East | 6.04 km |
| Alampur | South-West | 6.12 km |
| Jitapur Pr. Adgaon | South-West | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahanur
Public transport in the Shahanur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adgaon Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Shahanur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Shahanur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahanur 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 Shahanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahanur 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 Shahanur
Where is Shahanur located?
Shahanur village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahanur is Dharur Rama..
What is the pincode of Shahanur?
The pincode of Shahanur is 444126.
What is the population of Shahanur?
Shahanur had a total population of 396, including 209 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Shahanur?
Shahanur had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahanur was 70.78%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 57.06%.