Ural Kh. - Balapur, Akola
Ural Kh. 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 Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ural Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ural Kh. is 529903. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.45 hectares and falls under the 444311 pincode. Balapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ural Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ural Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Ural Kh. village had a total population of 569 people, including 298 males and 271 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.37%, with male literacy at 93.51% and female literacy at 80.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 569 | 298 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 245 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 53 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Ural Kh.
Ural Kh. 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 Kh. | South | 1.48 km |
| Zural Bk. | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Antri Malkapur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Ural Bk. | East | 2.36 km |
| Sawarpati | South | 2.93 km |
| Dongargaon | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Karanja Ramjanpur | North | 3.77 km |
| Takali Khojbad | South | 4.31 km |
| Kawatha | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Morgaon Sadijan | South-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ural Kh.
Ural Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is S K Nagjihari, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balapur to Ural Kh. is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Ural Kh. 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ural Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ural Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ural Kh.
Where is Ural Kh. located?
Ural Kh. village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ural Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Ural Kh. is Ural Kh.
What is the pincode of Ural Kh.?
The pincode of Ural Kh. is 444311.
What is the population of Ural Kh.?
Ural Kh. had a total population of 569, including 298 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Ural Kh.?
Ural Kh. had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ural Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ural Kh. was 87.37%. Male literacy was 93.51% and female literacy was 80.59%.