Dapura - Murtijapur, Akola
Dapura is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Dapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapura is 530183. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.53 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dapura 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 Dapura
As per Census 2011, Dapura village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 219 males and 208 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 219 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 180 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 39 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dapura
Dapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolsara | East | 1.75 km |
| Zingala | North | 2.39 km |
| Gunjwada | South | 2.39 km |
| Pingala | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Takwada. | South | 2.63 km |
| Shirajda | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Khaparwada | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Sangwi | West | 3.25 km |
| Lonsana | East | 3.33 km |
| Khairi | North-West | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dapura
Dapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Dapura is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Dapura is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapura 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 Dapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapura 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 Dapura
Where is Dapura located?
Dapura village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapura?
Dapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dapura?
The pincode of Dapura is 444106.
What is the population of Dapura?
Dapura has a total population of 427, including 219 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Dapura?
There are 110 households in Dapura.
What is the literacy rate in Dapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapura is 75.18%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 67.79%.