Parabhawani - Barshitakli, Akola
Parabhawani is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Parabhawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parabhawani is 530571. The village covers a total geographical area of 1004.87 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Parabhawani 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.
Population of Parabhawani
According to the 2011 Census, Parabhawani village had a total population of 852 people, including 438 males and 414 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 87.47% and female literacy at 68.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 852 | 438 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 24 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 335 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 103 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Parabhawani
Parabhawani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Parabhawani
Parabhawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karanja to Parabhawani is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Parabhawani is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parabhawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parabhawani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parabhawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parabhawani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parabhawani
Where is Parabhawani located?
Parabhawani village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parabhawani?
Parabhawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parabhawani?
The pincode of Parabhawani is 444107.
What is the population of Parabhawani?
Parabhawani had a total population of 852, including 438 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Parabhawani?
Parabhawani had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parabhawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parabhawani was 78.22%. Male literacy was 87.47% and female literacy was 68.65%.