Akurde - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Akurde is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Akurde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akurde is 567802. The village covers a total geographical area of 557 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Akurde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akurde
According to the 2011 Census, Akurde village had a total population of 3,281 people, including 1,661 males and 1,620 females, living in 732 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.07%, with male literacy at 91.69% and female literacy at 68.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 401.
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 | 3,281 | 1,661 | 1,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 180 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 199 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,374 | 1,358 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 303 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Akurde
Akurde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharwadi | North | 1.46 km |
| Bhativade | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Shengaon | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Phanaswadi | East | 2.82 km |
| Gargoti | East | 3.07 km |
| Devakewadi | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Khanapur | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Morewadi | North | 3.53 km |
| Salpewadi | East | 3.59 km |
| Mhasave | North-East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akurde
Akurde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 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 Murgud to Akurde is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Akurde 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 Akurde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akurde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akurde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akurde 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akurde
Where is Akurde located?
Akurde village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Akurde?
Akurde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akurde?
The pincode of Akurde is 416209.
What is the population of Akurde?
Akurde had a total population of 3,281, including 1,661 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Akurde?
Akurde had 732 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akurde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akurde was 80.07%. Male literacy was 91.69% and female literacy was 68.46%.