Ural Bk. - Balapur, Akola
Ural Bk. is a village situated in the Balapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balapur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Ural Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ural Bk. is 529904. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.85 hectares and falls under the 444311 pincode. Balapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ural Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ural Bk.
As per Census 2011, Ural Bk. village has a total population of 2,098 people, consisting of 1,100 males and 998 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,593 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,082 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ural Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,098 | 1,100 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 135 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,082 | 555 | 527 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,593 | 887 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 213 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Ural Bk.
Ural Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Zural Bk. | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Ural Kh. | West | 2.36 km |
| Morzadi | East | 2.44 km |
| Antri Malkapur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Zural Kh. | West | 2.65 km |
| Morgaon Sadijan | South | 2.93 km |
| Sawarpati | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Shingoli | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Takali Khojbad | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Karanja Ramjanpur | North-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ural Bk.
Ural Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paras, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balapur to Ural Bk. is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Ural Bk. is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ural Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ural Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ural Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ural Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ural Bk.
Where is Ural Bk. located?
Ural Bk. village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ural Bk.?
Ural Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ural Bk.?
The pincode of Ural Bk. is 444311.
What is the population of Ural Bk.?
Ural Bk. has a total population of 2,098, including 1,100 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Ural Bk.?
There are 509 households in Ural Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Ural Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ural Bk. is 75.93%. Male literacy is 80.64% and female literacy is 70.74%.