Danapur - Telhara, Akola
Danapur is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Danapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danapur is 529616. The village covers a total geographical area of 1706.03 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Danapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Danapur
As per Census 2011, Danapur village has a total population of 7,774 people, consisting of 3,961 males and 3,813 females. The village has 1,779 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 987 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,789 literate and 1,985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,090 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,774 | 3,961 | 3,813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 987 | 522 | 465 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,090 | 564 | 526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 5,789 | 3,114 | 2,675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,985 | 847 | 1,138 |
Nearby Villages of Danapur
Danapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Danapur | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Raikhed | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Hingani Kh. | East | 3.35 km |
| Warkhed | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Saundala | North | 4.09 km |
| Borkhed | West | 4.30 km |
| Hayatpur | East | 4.30 km |
| Warkhed | North | 4.33 km |
| Balhadi | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Kotha | South-East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Danapur
Danapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kiwar Khed, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 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 Telhara to Danapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Danapur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Danapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danapur
Where is Danapur located?
Danapur village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danapur?
Danapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danapur?
The pincode of Danapur is 444108.
What is the population of Danapur?
Danapur has a total population of 7,774, including 3,961 males and 3,813 females.
How many households are there in Danapur?
There are 1,779 households in Danapur.
What is the literacy rate in Danapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danapur is 74.47%. Male literacy is 78.62% and female literacy is 70.15%.