Warur - Akot, Akola
Warur is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Warur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Warur is 529821. The village covers a total geographical area of 1240.52 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Warur 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 Warur
As per Census 2011, Warur village has a total population of 2,235 people, consisting of 1,149 males and 1,086 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Warur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,235 | 1,149 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 125 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 385 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 946 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 203 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Warur
Warur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitali | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Lotkhed | South | 2.04 km |
| Sawargaon | North | 2.64 km |
| Dinoda | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Jaulka | West | 3.55 km |
| Rohankhed | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Punda | East | 4.32 km |
| Maroda | West | 5.07 km |
| Karatwadi Railway | North | 5.15 km |
| Bambarda Bu. | East | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Warur
Warur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Warur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Warur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Warur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Warur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Warur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Warur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Warur
Where is Warur located?
Warur village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Warur?
Warur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Warur?
The pincode of Warur is 444101.
What is the population of Warur?
Warur has a total population of 2,235, including 1,149 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Warur?
There are 518 households in Warur.
What is the literacy rate in Warur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warur is 76.96%. Male literacy is 82.33% and female literacy is 71.27%.