Akole Bk - Madha, Solapur
Akole Bk is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Akole Bk village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akole Bk is 561951. The village covers a total geographical area of 1319.19 hectares and falls under the 413211 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Akole Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Akole Bk
As per Census 2011, Akole Bk village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,039 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,399 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akole Bk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,183 | 1,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 127 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 182 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,399 | 829 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 354 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Akole Bk
Akole Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parite | South | 3.14 km |
| Ahergaon | East | 3.33 km |
| Venegaon | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Sapatne Tembhurni | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Bhuinje | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Bembale | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Tambave | North | 5.58 km |
| Paritewadi | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Akumbhe | East | 6.09 km |
| Ghoti | South | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akole Bk
Akole Bk is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Padsali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Akole Bk is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Akole Bk is about 69 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 Akole Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akole Bk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akole Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akole Bk 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akole Bk
Where is Akole Bk located?
Akole Bk village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akole Bk?
Akole Bk is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akole Bk?
The pincode of Akole Bk is 413211.
What is the population of Akole Bk?
Akole Bk has a total population of 2,222, including 1,183 males and 1,039 females.
How many households are there in Akole Bk?
There are 454 households in Akole Bk.
What is the literacy rate in Akole Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akole Bk is 62.96%. Male literacy is 70.08% and female literacy is 54.86%.