Zural Kh. - Balapur, Akola
Zural Kh. 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 28 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Ural Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zural Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zural Kh. is 529912. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.22 hectares and falls under the 444311 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Zural Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zural Kh.
As per Census 2011, Zural Kh. village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 136 males and 142 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zural Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 136 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 22 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Zural Kh.
Zural 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 Bk. | East | 1.25 km |
| Ural Kh. | North | 1.48 km |
| Sawarpati | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Ural Bk. | East | 2.65 km |
| Takali Khojbad | South | 2.86 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 3.04 km |
| Antri Malkapur | North | 3.49 km |
| Kalamba Khurd | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Morgaon Sadijan | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Kalambi Mahagaon | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Zural Kh.
Zural Kh. 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 S K Nagjihari, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Akola to Zural Kh. is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Zural 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 Zural Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zural Kh. 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 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 Zural 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zural Kh.
Where is Zural Kh. located?
Zural Kh. village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zural Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Zural Kh. is Ural Kh.
What is the pincode of Zural Kh.?
The pincode of Zural Kh. is 444311.
What is the population of Zural Kh.?
Zural Kh. has a total population of 278, including 136 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Zural Kh.?
There are 80 households in Zural Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Zural Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zural Kh. is 75.90%. Male literacy is 83.82% and female literacy is 68.31%.