Jitapur Nakat - Murtijapur, Akola
Jitapur Nakat is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Samsherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jitapur Nakat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitapur Nakat is 530198. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.85 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Jitapur Nakat 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 Jitapur Nakat
As per Census 2011, Jitapur Nakat village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 224 males and 205 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jitapur Nakat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 224 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 173 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 51 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Jitapur Nakat
Jitapur Nakat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umai | West | 1.48 km |
| Kharab Dhore | South | 2.14 km |
| Repadkhed | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Siraso 1 | East | 3.06 km |
| Salatwada | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Yashwantpur | North | 3.48 km |
| Chikhali | South | 3.73 km |
| Rasulpur (jamthi Bu) | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Jambha Budruk | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Samsherpur | West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jitapur Nakat
Jitapur Nakat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murtajapur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jitapur Nakat is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Jitapur Nakat is about 52 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 Jitapur Nakat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jitapur Nakat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jitapur Nakat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jitapur Nakat 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 Jitapur Nakat
Where is Jitapur Nakat located?
Jitapur Nakat village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jitapur Nakat?
The Gram Panchayat of Jitapur Nakat is Samsherpur.
What is the pincode of Jitapur Nakat?
The pincode of Jitapur Nakat is 444107.
What is the population of Jitapur Nakat?
Jitapur Nakat has a total population of 429, including 224 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Jitapur Nakat?
There are 108 households in Jitapur Nakat.
What is the literacy rate in Jitapur Nakat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitapur Nakat is 73.43%. Male literacy is 77.23% and female literacy is 69.27%.