Kavatha Kholapur - Murtijapur, Akola
Kavatha Kholapur is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kawtha Shelu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kavatha Kholapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kavatha Kholapur is 530231. The village covers a total geographical area of 849.71 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kavatha Kholapur 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 Kavatha Kholapur
As per Census 2011, Kavatha Kholapur village has a total population of 573 people, consisting of 295 males and 278 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kavatha Kholapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 295 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 109 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 238 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 57 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Kavatha Kholapur
Kavatha Kholapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelu Bajar | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Ballarkhed | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Aurangpur | East | 2.64 km |
| Lonsana | West | 2.80 km |
| Hiwara Korde | South | 3.08 km |
| Bapori | East | 3.20 km |
| Rohana | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Asara Bhag 1 | North | 3.97 km |
| Sonori | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Kolsara | West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kavatha Kholapur
Kavatha Kholapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 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 Kavatha Kholapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Kavatha Kholapur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kavatha Kholapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kavatha Kholapur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kavatha Kholapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kavatha Kholapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kavatha Kholapur
Where is Kavatha Kholapur located?
Kavatha Kholapur village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kavatha Kholapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kavatha Kholapur is Kawtha Shelu.
What is the pincode of Kavatha Kholapur?
The pincode of Kavatha Kholapur is 444106.
What is the population of Kavatha Kholapur?
Kavatha Kholapur has a total population of 573, including 295 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Kavatha Kholapur?
There are 129 households in Kavatha Kholapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kavatha Kholapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kavatha Kholapur is 74.17%. Male literacy is 80.68% and female literacy is 67.27%.