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
As per Census 2011, Parabhawani village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 438 males and 414 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parabhawani are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 852, including 438 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Parabhawani?
There are 213 households in Parabhawani.
What is the literacy rate in Parabhawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parabhawani is 69.13%. Male literacy is 76.48% and female literacy is 61.35%.