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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Akola Thakare village had a total population of 1,304 people, including 676 males and 628 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.41%, with male literacy at 84.99% and female literacy at 69.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Akola Thakare?
The Village 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 had a total population of 1,304, including 676 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Akola Thakare?
Akola Thakare had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akola Thakare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola Thakare was 77.41%. Male literacy was 84.99% and female literacy was 69.14%.