Ballarkhed - Murtijapur, Akola
Ballarkhed is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Hiwra Korde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballarkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballarkhed is 530237. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.23 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ballarkhed 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 Ballarkhed
As per Census 2011, Ballarkhed village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 58 males and 54 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballarkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Ballarkhed
Ballarkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rohana | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Hiwara Korde | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Kavatha Kholapur | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Lonsana | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Borta | West | 2.91 km |
| Pohi | South | 2.99 km |
| Sonori | East | 3.37 km |
| Langhapur | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Shelu Bajar | North | 3.82 km |
| Kolsara | North-West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballarkhed
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Ballarkhed. The nearest railway station is Mandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Murtijapur to Ballarkhed is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Ballarkhed is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballarkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ballarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballarkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballarkhed
Where is Ballarkhed located?
Ballarkhed village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballarkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballarkhed is Hiwra Korde.
What is the pincode of Ballarkhed?
The pincode of Ballarkhed is 444106.
What is the population of Ballarkhed?
Ballarkhed has a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Ballarkhed?
There are 30 households in Ballarkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Ballarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballarkhed is 75.89%. Male literacy is 79.31% and female literacy is 72.22%.