Akola - Sangole, Solapur
Akola is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Akola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akola is 562587. The village covers a total geographical area of 2082 hectares and falls under the 413307 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akola
As per Census 2011, Akola village has a total population of 5,421 people, consisting of 2,756 males and 2,665 females. The village has 1,096 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 685 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,728 literate and 1,693 illiterate residents. Additionally, 895 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,421 | 2,756 | 2,665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 685 | 350 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 895 | 461 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,728 | 2,132 | 1,596 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,693 | 624 | 1,069 |
Nearby Villages of Akola
Akola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Watambare | West | 3.89 km |
| Godasewadi | North | 4.19 km |
| Nijampur | South | 4.28 km |
| Vasud | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Kamalapur | North | 5.15 km |
| Kadlas | East | 5.59 km |
| Lonavire | South | 6.22 km |
| Yelmar Mangewadi | North-West | 6.72 km |
| Burange Wadi | South-East | 7.28 km |
| Chinake | West | 7.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akola
Akola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Akola is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Akola is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akola
Where is Akola located?
Akola village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akola?
Akola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akola?
The pincode of Akola is 413307.
What is the population of Akola?
Akola has a total population of 5,421, including 2,756 males and 2,665 females.
How many households are there in Akola?
There are 1,096 households in Akola.
What is the literacy rate in Akola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akola is 68.77%. Male literacy is 77.36% and female literacy is 59.89%.