Akatnal - Akkalkot, Solapur
Akatnal is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Dombarjawalge serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akatnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akatnal is 562860. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 413226 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Akatnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akatnal
As per Census 2011, Akatnal village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 77 males and 72 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akatnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 29 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Akatnal
Akatnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pitapur | North | 2.14 km |
| Boregaon | West | 2.38 km |
| Nanhegaon | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Dombar-jawalge | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Hannur | East | 3.65 km |
| Barhanpur | South | 3.75 km |
| Darshanal | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Devsinga Nal | North | 4.72 km |
| Tirth | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Nilegaon | North-East | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akatnal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Akatnal. The nearest railway station is Tilati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| 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 Akkalkot to Akatnal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Akatnal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akatnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akatnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Akatnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akatnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akatnal
Where is Akatnal located?
Akatnal village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akatnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Akatnal is Dombarjawalge.
What is the pincode of Akatnal?
The pincode of Akatnal is 413226.
What is the population of Akatnal?
Akatnal has a total population of 149, including 77 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Akatnal?
There are 27 households in Akatnal.
What is the literacy rate in Akatnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akatnal is 56.38%. Male literacy is 62.34% and female literacy is 50.00%.