Swarupkhed - Balapur, Akola
Swarupkhed is a village situated in the Balapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balapur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kazikhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swarupkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swarupkhed is 529878. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.75 hectares and falls under the 444311 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Swarupkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Swarupkhed
As per Census 2011, Swarupkhed village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 151 males and 130 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Swarupkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 151 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 122 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 118 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 33 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Swarupkhed
Swarupkhed is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Swarupkhed
Swarupkhed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shegaon to Swarupkhed is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Swarupkhed is about 48 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 Swarupkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swarupkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Swarupkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swarupkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Swarupkhed
Where is Swarupkhed located?
Swarupkhed village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swarupkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Swarupkhed is Kazikhed.
What is the pincode of Swarupkhed?
The pincode of Swarupkhed is 444311.
What is the population of Swarupkhed?
Swarupkhed has a total population of 281, including 151 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Swarupkhed?
There are 69 households in Swarupkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Swarupkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swarupkhed is 66.90%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 53.85%.