Akola - Warora, Chandrapur
Akola is a village situated in the Warora tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warora and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Ralegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akola is 540287. The village covers a total geographical area of 662 hectares and falls under the 442907 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Akola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akola
As per Census 2011, Akola village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 220 males and 197 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 220 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 176 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 44 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Akola
Akola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borgaon Mokasa | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Pardi | West | 2.05 km |
| Ralegaon | East | 2.17 km |
| Chargaon Tukum | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Girola | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Gujgavhan | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Umari | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Chargaon Bk. | South | 3.48 km |
| Bembal | East | 3.49 km |
| Sawari | North-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Akola. The nearest railway station is Chikni Road, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 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 Warora to Akola is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Akola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akola
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akola
Where is Akola located?
Akola village is located in Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akola?
The Gram Panchayat of Akola is Ralegaon.
What is the pincode of Akola?
The pincode of Akola is 442907.
What is the population of Akola?
Akola has a total population of 417, including 220 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Akola?
There are 114 households in Akola.
What is the literacy rate in Akola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola is 71.22%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 61.42%.