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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Swarupkhed village had a total population of 281 people, including 151 males and 130 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.42%, with male literacy at 87.41% and female literacy at 63.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Swarupkhed?
The Village Panchayat of Swarupkhed is Kazikhed.
What is the pincode of Swarupkhed?
The pincode of Swarupkhed is 444311.
What is the population of Swarupkhed?
Swarupkhed had a total population of 281, including 151 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Swarupkhed?
Swarupkhed had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swarupkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swarupkhed was 76.42%. Male literacy was 87.41% and female literacy was 63.06%.