Fani - Murtijapur, Akola
Fani is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Dhanora Vaidya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fani is 530299. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.86 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Fani 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 Fani
According to the 2011 Census, Fani village had a total population of 35 people, including 17 males and 18 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Fani
Fani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheni | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Dhanora Waidya | North | 1.65 km |
| Kinhi | West | 1.72 km |
| Kanzara | East | 1.81 km |
| Dhotra Shinde | South | 2.33 km |
| Mohakhed | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Balapur | East | 3.05 km |
| Santoshpur | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Lodhipur | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Shend | South-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fani
Fani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murtajapur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Fani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Fani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fani 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fani
Where is Fani located?
Fani village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fani?
The Gram Panchayat of Fani is Dhanora Vaidya.
What is the pincode of Fani?
The pincode of Fani is 444107.
What is the population of Fani?
Fani had a total population of 35, including 17 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Fani?
Fani had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fani was 70.59%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 70.59%.