Malakapur - Murtijapur, Akola
Malakapur is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Nagoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malakapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malakapur is 530262. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Malakapur 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 Malakapur
As per Census 2011, Malakapur village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 313 males and 297 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malakapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 313 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 207 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 106 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Malakapur
Malakapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Isafpur | North | 1.35 km |
| Nagoli | West | 1.53 km |
| Rambhapur | South | 1.84 km |
| Jitapur | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Rasulapur (repadkhed) | East | 2.87 km |
| Nagthana | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Mana | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Mohabatpur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Unkhed | South | 3.48 km |
| Allapur | East | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malakapur
Malakapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.4 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 Malakapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Malakapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malakapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malakapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malakapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malakapur 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 Malakapur
Where is Malakapur located?
Malakapur village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malakapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Malakapur is Nagoli.
What is the pincode of Malakapur?
The pincode of Malakapur is 444107.
What is the population of Malakapur?
Malakapur has a total population of 610, including 313 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Malakapur?
There are 98 households in Malakapur.
What is the literacy rate in Malakapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malakapur is 59.51%. Male literacy is 66.13% and female literacy is 52.53%.