Langhapur - Murtijapur, Akola
Langhapur is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Langhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langhapur is 530249. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.71 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Langhapur 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 Langhapur
As per Census 2011, Langhapur village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 427 males and 406 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 427 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 68 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 153 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 334 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 93 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Langhapur
Langhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahadatpur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Sirtala | West | 1.98 km |
| Rohana | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Pohi | East | 2.43 km |
| Borta | North | 2.52 km |
| Mana | South | 3.37 km |
| Ballarkhed | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Gunjwada | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Hiwara Korde | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Sikandarpur | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Langhapur
Langhapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Langhapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Langhapur 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 Langhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langhapur 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 Langhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langhapur 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 Langhapur
Where is Langhapur located?
Langhapur village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langhapur?
Langhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Langhapur?
The pincode of Langhapur is 444106.
What is the population of Langhapur?
Langhapur has a total population of 833, including 427 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Langhapur?
There are 187 households in Langhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Langhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langhapur is 73.47%. Male literacy is 78.22% and female literacy is 68.47%.