Ramtek Village - Murtijapur, Akola
Ramtek is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Ramtek village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramtek is 530242. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ramtek 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 Ramtek
As per Census 2011, Ramtek village has a total population of 736 people, consisting of 376 males and 360 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramtek are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 376 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 161 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 313 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Ramtek
Ramtek 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadarpur | West | 1.50 km |
| Piwashi | North | 1.75 km |
| Nawasal | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Mandura | North | 2.23 km |
| Pota | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Sikandarpur | West | 2.55 km |
| Girdharpur | West | 2.59 km |
| Khodad | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Sonori | North | 4.14 km |
| Allapur | South-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramtek
Ramtek is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Ramtek is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Ramtek is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramtek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramtek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramtek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramtek village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramtek
Where is Ramtek located?
Ramtek village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramtek?
Ramtek is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramtek?
The pincode of Ramtek is 444106.
What is the population of Ramtek?
Ramtek has a total population of 736, including 376 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Ramtek?
There are 177 households in Ramtek.
What is the literacy rate in Ramtek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramtek is 78.80%. Male literacy is 83.24% and female literacy is 74.17%.