Bhokar - Telhara, Akola
Bhokar is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Bhokar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhokar is 529639. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bhokar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhokar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhokar village had a total population of 560 people, including 297 males and 263 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.77%, with male literacy at 93.13% and female literacy at 79.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203.
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 | 560 | 297 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 108 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 244 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 53 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Bhokar
Bhokar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhokar
Public transport in the Bhokar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Telhara to Bhokar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Bhokar is about 55 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 Bhokar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhokar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhokar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhokar 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 Bhokar
Where is Bhokar located?
Bhokar village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhokar?
Bhokar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhokar?
The pincode of Bhokar is 444108.
What is the population of Bhokar?
Bhokar had a total population of 560, including 297 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Bhokar?
Bhokar had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhokar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhokar was 86.77%. Male literacy was 93.13% and female literacy was 79.75%.