Changalwadi - Telhara, Akola
Changalwadi is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Changalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changalwadi is 529645. The village covers a total geographical area of 763 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Changalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Changalwadi
As per Census 2011, Changalwadi village has a total population of 1,179 people, consisting of 590 males and 589 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 891 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,179 | 590 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 138 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 473 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 117 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Changalwadi
Changalwadi 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 Changalwadi
Changalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Telhara to Changalwadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Changalwadi 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 Changalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Changalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changalwadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Changalwadi
Where is Changalwadi located?
Changalwadi village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changalwadi?
Changalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Changalwadi?
The pincode of Changalwadi is 444108.
What is the population of Changalwadi?
Changalwadi has a total population of 1,179, including 590 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Changalwadi?
There are 277 households in Changalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Changalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changalwadi is 75.57%. Male literacy is 80.17% and female literacy is 70.97%.