Repadkhed - Murtijapur, Akola
Repadkhed is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Repalkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Repadkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Repadkhed is 530195. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.98 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Repadkhed 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 Repadkhed
As per Census 2011, Repadkhed village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 237 males and 230 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Repadkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 237 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 19 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 137 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 212 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 25 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Repadkhed
Repadkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur (jamthi Bu) | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Jitapur Nakat | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Yashwantpur | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Umai | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Siraso 1 | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Khudavantpur | North | 3.17 km |
| Mangrul Kambe | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Kharab Dhore | South | 4.30 km |
| Lakhpuri | North | 4.71 km |
| Jambha Budruk | West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Repadkhed
Repadkhed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Murtajapur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Repadkhed is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Repadkhed is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Repadkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Repadkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Repadkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Repadkhed 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 Repadkhed
Where is Repadkhed located?
Repadkhed village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Repadkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Repadkhed is Repalkhed.
What is the pincode of Repadkhed?
The pincode of Repadkhed is 444107.
What is the population of Repadkhed?
Repadkhed has a total population of 467, including 237 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Repadkhed?
There are 115 households in Repadkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Repadkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Repadkhed is 82.44%. Male literacy is 89.45% and female literacy is 75.22%.