Rajankhed - Barshitakli, Akola
Rajankhed is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Rajankhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajankhed is 530440. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.84 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Rajankhed 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 Rajankhed
As per Census 2011, Rajankhed village has a total population of 1,027 people, consisting of 525 males and 502 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 772 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajankhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,027 | 525 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 59 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 420 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 105 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Rajankhed
Rajankhed 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 Rajankhed
Rajankhed 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 Akola to Rajankhed is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajankhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajankhed 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 Rajankhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajankhed 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 Rajankhed
Where is Rajankhed located?
Rajankhed village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajankhed?
Rajankhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajankhed?
The pincode of Rajankhed is 444401.
What is the population of Rajankhed?
Rajankhed has a total population of 1,027, including 525 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Rajankhed?
There are 253 households in Rajankhed.
What is the literacy rate in Rajankhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajankhed is 75.17%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 70.12%.