Hirkani - Barshitakli, Akola
Hirkani is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Sarkinhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirkani is 530538. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode.
Hirkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Hirkani
Hirkani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatola | North | 1.73 km |
| Zodga | South | 2.22 km |
| Mahan | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Sarkinhi | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Wai | West | 3.05 km |
| Kothali Bk. | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Tembhi | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Takarkhed | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Satali | West | 4.48 km |
| Dauchaka | North | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirkani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hirkani. The nearest railway station is Lohogad, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Akola to Hirkani is about 40 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 Hirkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hirkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirkani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hirkani
Where is Hirkani located?
Hirkani village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirkani is Sarkinhi.
What is the pincode of Hirkani?
The pincode of Hirkani is 444405.