Shahapur Pr. Akot - Akot, Akola
Shahapur Pr. Akot 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 49 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Lamkani serves as the Village Panchayat for Shahapur Pr. Akot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur Pr. Akot is 529811. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.88 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Shahapur Pr. Akot 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 Shahapur Pr. Akot
According to the 2011 Census, Shahapur Pr. Akot village had a total population of 125 people, including 63 males and 62 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 88.68% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Shahapur Pr. Akot
Shahapur Pr. Akot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpri Dikkar | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 1.65 km |
| Alyarpur | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Fattepur | West | 2.12 km |
| Alegaon | East | 2.45 km |
| Alewadi | South | 2.84 km |
| Sonbardi | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Deori | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Wani | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Mundgaon | North-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahapur Pr. Akot
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shahapur Pr. Akot. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 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 Shahapur Pr. Akot is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Shahapur Pr. Akot is about 49 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 Shahapur Pr. Akot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahapur Pr. Akot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shahapur Pr. Akot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahapur Pr. Akot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shahapur Pr. Akot
Where is Shahapur Pr. Akot located?
Shahapur Pr. Akot village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shahapur Pr. Akot?
The Village Panchayat of Shahapur Pr. Akot is Lamkani.
What is the pincode of Shahapur Pr. Akot?
The pincode of Shahapur Pr. Akot is 444101.
What is the population of Shahapur Pr. Akot?
Shahapur Pr. Akot had a total population of 125, including 63 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur Pr. Akot?
Shahapur Pr. Akot had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur Pr. Akot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapur Pr. Akot was 83.19%. Male literacy was 88.68% and female literacy was 78.33%.