Akoli Wadgaon - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Akoli Wadgaon is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Gangapur and around 70 km from Aurangabad. Akoli Wadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akoli Wadgaon is 549314. The village covers a total geographical area of 1206 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Akoli Wadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akoli Wadgaon
As per Census 2011, Akoli Wadgaon village has a total population of 2,253 people, consisting of 1,167 males and 1,086 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akoli Wadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,253 | 1,167 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 203 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 128 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 793 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 374 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Akoli Wadgaon
Akoli Wadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aminabad | South | 1.90 km |
| Khadak Waghalgaon | East | 3.04 km |
| Katepimpalgaon | North | 3.09 km |
| Zodegaon | East | 4.03 km |
| Mahalgaon | West | 4.38 km |
| Rotasthal | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Ekodi Sagaj | North | 4.96 km |
| Pimpri | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Bhagur | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Wadali | East | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akoli Wadgaon
Public transport in the Akoli Wadgaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Karanjgaon, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangapur to Akoli Wadgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Akoli Wadgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akoli Wadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akoli Wadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akoli Wadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akoli Wadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akoli Wadgaon
Where is Akoli Wadgaon located?
Akoli Wadgaon village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akoli Wadgaon?
Akoli Wadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akoli Wadgaon?
The pincode of Akoli Wadgaon is 423701.
What is the population of Akoli Wadgaon?
Akoli Wadgaon has a total population of 2,253, including 1,167 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Akoli Wadgaon?
There are 468 households in Akoli Wadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Akoli Wadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akoli Wadgaon is 60.94%. Male literacy is 67.95% and female literacy is 53.41%.