Davala - Telhara, Akola
Davala is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Talegaon Dawla. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Davala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davala is 529686. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Davala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Davala
According to the 2011 Census, Davala village had a total population of 543 people, including 267 males and 276 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.32%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 70.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 543 | 267 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 201 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 66 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Davala
Davala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talegaon Pr.wadner | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Adsul | East | 3.04 km |
| Manatri Budruk | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Hata 1 | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Andura Bhag 1 | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Naya Andura | South | 5.23 km |
| Sonala | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Sagad | West | 5.75 km |
| Wagargaon | North-West | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Davala
Davala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S K Nagjihari, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 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 Davala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Davala is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Davala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davala 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 Davala
Where is Davala located?
Davala village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davala?
The Gram Panchayat of Davala is Talegaon Dawla..
What is the pincode of Davala?
The pincode of Davala is 444108.
What is the population of Davala?
Davala had a total population of 543, including 267 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Davala?
Davala had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davala was 78.32%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 70.95%.