Akole - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Akole is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Akole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akole is 562623. The village covers a total geographical area of 1365 hectares and falls under the 413305 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Akole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akole
According to the 2011 Census, Akole village had a total population of 1,501 people, including 785 males and 716 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.83%, with male literacy at 77.12% and female literacy at 64.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,501 | 785 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 151 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 519 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 266 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Akole
Akole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marapur | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Ganeshwadi | South | 3.12 km |
| Shelewadi | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Gharniki | North | 3.80 km |
| Kacharewadi | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Degaon | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Gunjegaon | West | 5.20 km |
| Tavashi | North-West | 6.36 km |
| Mallewadi | North-East | 6.48 km |
| Chinchumbe | North | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akole
Akole is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 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 Mangalvedhe to Akole is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Akole is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akole 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akole
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 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akole
Where is Akole located?
Akole village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akole?
Akole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akole?
The pincode of Akole is 413305.
What is the population of Akole?
Akole had a total population of 1,501, including 785 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Akole?
Akole had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akole was 70.83%. Male literacy was 77.12% and female literacy was 64.04%.