Tulanga Kh. - Patur, Akola
Tulanga Kh. is a village situated in the Patur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Tulanga Kh. village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulanga Kh. is 530339. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.52 hectares and falls under the 444501 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tulanga Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tulanga Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Tulanga Kh. village had a total population of 1,617 people, including 825 males and 792 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.69%, with male literacy at 88.47% and female literacy at 72.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 825 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 158 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 629 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 196 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Tulanga Kh.
Tulanga Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimkhed | North | 1.74 km |
| Balhali | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Lavkhed | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Sangola | South | 2.01 km |
| Tulanga Budruk | East | 2.40 km |
| Loni Gurav | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Takali Khetri | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Dhadi | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Shahapur | West | 3.65 km |
| Tandali Tarfe Tulanga | North | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tulanga Kh.
Tulanga Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paras, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patur to Tulanga Kh. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Tulanga Kh. is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulanga Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulanga Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tulanga Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulanga Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tulanga Kh.
Where is Tulanga Kh. located?
Tulanga Kh. village is located in Patur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tulanga Kh.?
Tulanga Kh. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tulanga Kh.?
The pincode of Tulanga Kh. is 444501.
What is the population of Tulanga Kh.?
Tulanga Kh. had a total population of 1,617, including 825 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Tulanga Kh.?
Tulanga Kh. had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tulanga Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulanga Kh. was 80.69%. Male literacy was 88.47% and female literacy was 72.58%.