Akola - Ramtek, Nagpur
Akola is a village situated in the Ramtek tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramtek and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Khanora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akola is 535497. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.46 hectares and falls under the 441401 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Akola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramtek Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Akola
As per Census 2011, Akola village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 242 males and 242 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 242 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 230 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 185 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 57 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Akola
Akola 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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Akola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ramtek to Akola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Akola is about 79 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akola
Where is Akola located?
Akola village is located in Ramtek Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akola?
The Gram Panchayat of Akola is Khanora.
What is the pincode of Akola?
The pincode of Akola is 441401.
What is the population of Akola?
Akola has a total population of 484, including 242 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Akola?
There are 101 households in Akola.
What is the literacy rate in Akola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola is 64.67%. Male literacy is 76.45% and female literacy is 52.89%.