Akola Thakare - Mehkar, Buldhana
Akola Thakare is a village situated in the Mehkar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Mehkar and around 75 km from Buldana. Akola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akola Thakare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akola Thakare is 529034. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 443301 pincode. Mehkar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Akola Thakare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akola Thakare
As per Census 2011, Akola Thakare village has a total population of 1,304 people, consisting of 676 males and 628 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akola Thakare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 676 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 103 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 487 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 189 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Akola Thakare
Akola Thakare 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 Akola Thakare
Akola Thakare 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 Mehkar to Akola Thakare is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Akola Thakare is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akola Thakare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akola Thakare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akola Thakare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akola Thakare 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akola Thakare
Where is Akola Thakare located?
Akola Thakare village is located in Mehkar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akola Thakare?
The Gram Panchayat of Akola Thakare is Akola.
What is the pincode of Akola Thakare?
The pincode of Akola Thakare is 443301.
What is the population of Akola Thakare?
Akola Thakare has a total population of 1,304, including 676 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Akola Thakare?
There are 282 households in Akola Thakare.
What is the literacy rate in Akola Thakare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola Thakare is 65.18%. Male literacy is 72.04% and female literacy is 57.80%.