Zural Bk. - Balapur, Akola
Zural Bk. is a village situated in the Balapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balapur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Ural Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zural Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zural Bk. is 529911. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.81 hectares and falls under the 444311 pincode. Balapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Zural Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zural Bk.
As per Census 2011, Zural Bk. village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 357 males and 307 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 547 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zural Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 357 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 547 | 312 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 45 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Zural Bk.
Zural 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 Kh. | West | 1.25 km |
| Sawarpati | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Ural Bk. | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Ural Kh. | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Takali Khojbad | South | 2.66 km |
| Morgaon Sadijan | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Antri Malkapur | North | 3.52 km |
| Morzadi | East | 3.90 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 4.26 km |
| Hasnapur | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Zural Bk.
Zural Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paras, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Balapur to Zural Bk. is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Zural Bk. is about 26 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 Zural Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zural Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Zural 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 Zural Bk. 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 Zural Bk.
Where is Zural Bk. located?
Zural Bk. village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zural Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Zural Bk. is Ural Kh.
What is the pincode of Zural Bk.?
The pincode of Zural Bk. is 444311.
What is the population of Zural Bk.?
Zural Bk. has a total population of 664, including 357 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Zural Bk.?
There are 144 households in Zural Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Zural Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zural Bk. is 82.38%. Male literacy is 87.39% and female literacy is 76.55%.