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50-559: Akola ( / ə ˈ k oʊ l ɑː / ) is a major city in the Vidarbha region of the Indian state of Maharashtra . The third largest city in Eastern Maharashtra after Nagpur and Amravati , it is located about 580 kilometres (360 mi) east of the state capital, Mumbai , and 250 kilometres (160 mi) west of the second capital, Nagpur . Akola is the administrative headquarters of

100-457: A thermal power station , which is one of the biggest in India. There are other heavy industries and mines in the region. The region has mineral resources with coal and manganese , the major minerals. Iron ore and limestone have also been identified as potential mining resources. Chandrapur district contributes 29% of all mineral output of Maharashtra. Cricket is the most popular sport in

150-469: A tropical wet and dry climate , characterized by high temperatures and significant variations in rainfall throughout the year. The climate includes hot, dry summers, a monsoon season with substantial rainfall, and relatively mild winters. The highest and lowest temperatures ever recorded were 47.8 °C and 2.2 °C, respectively. Akola has been ranked 34th best “National Clean Air City” under (Category 2 3-10L Population cities) in India. According to

200-551: A District Collector. As of the latest update, Ajit Kumbhar (IAS) serves in this role. The Municipal Commissioner, currently Kavita Dwiwedi (IAS), is responsible for overseeing the executive functions of the Akola Municipal Corporation. The Mayor, Archana Masne, oversees the implementation of policies and administrative functions within the Akola Municipal Corporation. Additionally, Akola has a range of local administrative services and multiple police stations operating under

250-408: A collector's office which is responsible for day-to-day administration. The District Collector is a Central Indian Government IAS appointee who is in charge of the governance of a district in a state. Vidarbha has a total population of 23,003,179 according to the 2011 India census. The region occupies 31.6% of the total area and is home to 21.3% of the total population of Maharashtra. According to

300-529: A key route for long-distance travel. Additionally, State Highways No. 68 and 69, as well as State Highway 204 and State Highway 200 (Akola–Amravati), support intra-state travel. NH-161, which starts in Akola, provides a connection to Telangana near Hyderabad, further integrating Akola into the regional transport network. Akola is a major railway hub with the following stations serving the city: Akola Airport (also known as Shioni Airport) ( IATA : AKD , ICAO : VAAK )

350-486: A tropical area while winter precipitation remains sufficient to preclude a hot semi-arid climate ( BSh ) and temperatures in the summer months are warm enough to preclude a Mediterranean climate ( Csa/Csb ) classification. This is the case East Africa (Mombasa, Kenya, Somalia), Sri Lanka ( Trincomalee ) and coastal regions of Northeastern Brazil (from São Luís through Natal to Maceió ), for instance. The difference between "summer" and "winter" in such tropical locations

400-401: A tropical savanna climate tends to either see less overall rainfall than a tropical monsoon climate or have more pronounced dry season(s). It is impossible for a tropical savanna climate to have more than 2,500 mm (98 in) as such would result in a negative value in that equation. In tropical savanna climates, the dry season can become severe, and often drought conditions prevail during

450-421: Is a geographical region in the west Indian state of Maharashtra . Forming the eastern part of the state, it comprises Amravati (earlier Berar ) and Nagpur divisions. As per the 2011 Census , the region had a population of 23,003,179. The region occupies 31.6% of the total area and is home to 21.3% of the total population of Maharashtra. Situated in central India, it borders the state of Madhya Pradesh to

500-464: Is developing into a market centre. The primary language spoken by the people of Akola is Marathi . The name "Akola" is believed to have originated from the Marathi word "Akol," which means "the end" or "the boundary." This term is thought to refer to the city's historical role as a boundary or administrative center in the region. According to local tradition, the city was named after Maharaja Akolsingh, who

550-401: Is opposed by Shiv Sena , one of the major regional political parties in the state. Political economist Shrikant Jichkar opposed the separation of the region from Maharashtra, stating that it was not sustainable. He noted that income from available natural resources would not be able to balance the subsidies given by the government, whose cooperation would be vital to any development and that

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600-544: Is reserved for Scheduled Tribes . In the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly , the region is represented by 62 Vidhan Sabha seats. The Vidarbha movement started in the 1930s demanding a separate state of Vidarbha. The demand has been raised at times due to perceived neglect of the region by the Government of Maharashtra . While the demand is supported by major political parties BJP and Congress , it

650-422: Is the domestic airport serving Akola. Situated 304 metres (999 ft) above sea level, the airport was established by British authorities in the 1940s. It initially provided regular flights to Mumbai. However, the airport is currently non-functional, with its single runway measuring 4,600×145 feet. The expansion and potential resumption of airport operations have been impeded by difficulties in acquiring land from

700-489: Is usually so slight that a distinction between an As and Aw climate is trivial. In most places that have tropical wet and dry climates, however, the dry season occurs during the time of lower sun and shorter days because of reduction of or lack of convection , which in turn is due to the meridional shifts of the Intertropical Convergence Zone during the entire course of the year, based on which hemisphere

750-426: Is widely spoken. Hindu festivals like Holi , Diwali and Dasara are celebrated throughout the region. The Nagpur Central Museum ( est.  1863) maintains collections from the region. The GDP of the region is estimated to be ₹ 5,445.4 billion (US$ 65 billion) 2022-23. The region also holds considerable mineral resources and forest cover. The region is economically under developed compared to

800-490: Is widely spoken. There have been demands for a separate state of Vidarbha, due to perceived neglect from the Government of Maharashtra . While the demand is supported by major political parties BJP and Congress , it is opposed by Shiv Sena , one of the major regional political parties in the state. According to the Hindu epic Mahabharata and other Puranic scriptures, princess Rukmini considered to be an incarnation of

850-618: The Ain-i-Akbari , the region was part of Berar Subah , known as the Gulshan-e-Berar in the Medieval period . In 1680, the region was captured by Sambhaji , the son of Shivaji who was the founder of Maratha empire . In 1724, following a battle at Buldana , Asaf Jah defeated the Mughal governor and declared independence. Most of the region came under the nominal rule of Jah, who later became

900-522: The 2011 Census of India , Akola City had a population of 425,817 and an area of about 128 square kilometres (49 sq mi). After the city's municipal limits were extended in August 2016, the estimated population of Akola city is above 603,000. The population estimate for the Akola metropolitan area is currently not available. The most recent census, conducted in 2011, recorded a population of [last known census figure]. The scheduled 2021 census for Akola city

950-707: The Akola district located in the Amravati division . Akola is located on the banks of the Morna River . Although it is not considered a common tourist destination, Akola is an important city due to its history, culture, politics, and agriculture. It also has a prominent road and rail junction in the Tapti River valley that functions as a commercial trading centre. Akola is an important educational centre with several colleges affiliated with Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University . The city

1000-759: The British and the Marathas during the Second Anglo-Maratha War . In the third Anglo-Maratha War , the last Peshwa, Baji Rao II , was defeated. In 1853, the Akola district together with the rest of Berar, came under the administration of the British East India Company . After India's independence in 1947 from the British Government, the newly formed country was divided into different states. The Congress 's proposed linguistic provinces plan before

1050-624: The Guajira , and Coro, western Venezuela, the northernmost peninsulas in South America, which receive <300 mm (11.8 in) total annual precipitation, practically all in two or three months). This condition extends to the Lesser Antilles and Greater Antilles forming the Circumcaribbean dry belt. The length and severity of the dry season diminishes inland (southward); at the latitude of

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1100-639: The Nizam of Hyderabad , though the administration and right of collecting chauth were held by the Marathas. In 1803, following the defeat of the Marathas, the region came under the rule of British East India Company . Later, the British Empire took control of the region from the British East India Company in 1857. After Indian Independence in 1947, the region was part of the Bombay State . After

1150-579: The States Reorganisation Act , which re-organized state boundaries, majority of the region became part of Maharashtra . Vidarbha lies in Central India on the northern part of the Deccan Plateau . It borders the state of Madhya Pradesh to the north, Chhattisgarh to the east, Telangana to the south and Marathwada and Uttar Maharashtra regions of Maharashtra to the west. It lies in

1200-1013: The rain shadow region of the Western Ghats and the terrain is largely flat. The Satpura Range lies to the north of Vidarbha region with Melghat in Amravati district forming part of the southern offshoot of the Satpura Range. Large basaltic rock formations exists throughout the region, part of the 66-million-year-old volcanic Deccan Traps . Bhandara and Gondia district are entirely occupied by metamorphic rock and alluvium, making their geology unique in Maharashtra. The Poorna river basin lies in Western Vidarbha and comprises Akola , Amaravati and Buldhana districts . The region has extremely high innate soil and water salinity. Vidarbha has 11 districts divided into two divisions: Amravati (earlier Berar ) and Nagpur divisions. Each district has

1250-638: The 2011 census, Hinduism was the principal religion in the state at 76.91% of the total population, while Buddhists constituted 13.08 of the total population. Vidarbha accounts for 45.91% of total Buddhists in Maharashtra . The largest city in the region is Nagpur and other major towns include Amravati , Akola , Chandrapur and Gondia . As per the 2011 census, 73.72% of the population speaks Marathi , 8.30% Hindi , 6.23% Urdu , 2.58% Lambadi , 1.83% Gondi , 1.10% Korku and 1.02% Telugu as their first language. Varhadi and Zadi dialects of Marathi

1300-611: The Amazon river—which flows eastward, just south of the equatorial line—the climate is Af. East from the Andes, between the arid Caribbean and the ever-wet Amazon, are the Orinoco river Llanos or savannas , from where this climate takes its name. Sometimes As is used in place of Aw if the dry season occurs during the time of higher sun and longer days. This is typically due to a rain shadow effect that cuts off ITCZ-triggered summer precipitation in

1350-495: The Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth university. As of now, the airport's infrastructure remains underutilized, and there are ongoing discussions regarding its future development. Akola is home to several prominent educational institutions catering to various fields of study. Notable among them are: Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth : This agricultural university is a key educational and research institution in Akola, covering

1400-736: The Hindu saint Gajanan Maharaj who lived there. Chikhaldara in Amravati district is a hill station and popular tourist destination. Vidarbha has ten Lok Sabha constituencies. Nagpur district has two seats Nagpur and Ramtek , while Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency is spread across districts of Chandrapur , Gadchiroli and Gondia . Yavatmal and Washim districts form part of Yavatmal–Washim Lok Sabha constituency . Other seats include Akola , Amravati , Bhandara , Buldhana , Gondia , and Wardha . Amravati and Ramtek seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates, while Gadchiroli-Chimur

1450-757: The Independence of India had positioned Akola as the headquarters of the Berar region. Akola is located on the banks of the Morna River in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, India. It is situated approximately 580 km (360 mi) east of Mumbai and 250 km (160 mi) west of Nagpur. The city lies in the Tapti River valley, which contributes to its significance as a commercial and agricultural hub. Akola also serves as an important road and rail junction. Akola experiences

1500-453: The Mughals ruled the Berar province during the 17th century. The Akola fort was heavily fortified during Mughal king Aurangzeb 's rule. As Mughal rule started to unravel at the start of the 18th century, Asif Jah I , Nizam of Hyderabad seized the southern provinces of the empire (including Berar) in 1724 to form an independent state. The Battle of Argaon in 1803 was fought in Akola between

1550-493: The Re-organization of Indian states, majority of the region became part of Maharashtra in 1960. The GDP of the region is estimated to be ₹ 5,445.4 billion (US$ 65 billion) 2022-23. The economy of the region is largely dependent on agriculture with oranges and cotton being the major crops. The region also holds considerable mineral resources and forest cover. The region is economically under developed compared to

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1600-533: The city's role as a center for academic and professional development in Maharashtra. The Raj-Rajeshwar Temple in Akola is a significant Hindu temple known for its historical and architectural value. It attracts numerous devotees and tourists alike. The All Saints Church, established in 1873 during the British era, features beautiful Christmas decorations and serves as a major Christian place of worship in Akola. Vidarbha Vidarbha (Pronunciation: [ʋid̪əɾbʱə] )

1650-421: The course of the year. Tropical savanna climates often feature tree-studded grasslands due to its dryness, rather than thick jungle. It is this widespread occurrence of tall, coarse grass (called savanna) which has led to Aw and As climates often being referred to as the tropical savanna. However, there is some doubt whether tropical grasslands are climatically induced. Additionally, pure savannas, without trees, are

1700-577: The division introduces societal risks due to dividing of the Marathi-speaking state. Tropical wet and dry climate This latter fact is in a direct contrast to a tropical monsoon climate , whose driest month sees less than 60 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation but has more than 100 − ( Total Annual Precipitation (mm) 25 ) {\textstyle 100-\left({\frac {\text{Total Annual Precipitation (mm)}}{25}}\right)} of precipitation. In essence,

1750-541: The eleven districts of Vidarbha. It plays a significant role in agricultural research and education in the region. For more information, visit PDKV Official Website . Government Medical College, Akola : Established to provide medical education and healthcare services, this institution is integral to the region's healthcare infrastructure. For details, refer to Government Medical College Official Website . These institutions represent Akola's commitment to advancing education in agriculture, medicine, and engineering, reflecting

1800-597: The exception rather than the rule. There are generally four types of tropical savanna climates: Tropical savanna climates are most commonly found in Africa , Asia , Central America , and South America . The climate is also prevalent in sections of northern Australia , the Pacific Islands, in extreme southern North America in south Florida , and some islands in the Caribbean . Most places that have this climate are found at

1850-582: The goddess Lakshmi and the wife of lord Krishna , was born to Bhishmaka, the king of the Vidarbha kingdom. Vidarbha was part of the Satavahana Empire during 1st to 2nd century CE), ascertained by the Satavahana coins found in Pauni . The coins and inscriptions from the period of Paramara king Jagadeva have been found in the northern parts the region. An inscription discovered at Jainad names Jagadeva as

1900-1004: The jurisdiction of the Akola Police. Akola Police maintains eight police stations in the Akola city subdivision that cover the metropolitan area of the city. The government also approved the creation of a new Railway Police Akola subdivision that will include Akola, Wardha, and Badnera railway police units. The Akola Police subdivision falls under the Nagpur District of Railway. Akola is well-connected by road with major cities and towns across Maharashtra and neighboring states. The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) provides extensive intercity and interstate bus services from Akola, including routes to Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune, Amravati, Jalgaon, Aurangabad, Indore, and Hyderabad. Private bus operators also serve these routes, enhancing regional connectivity. National Highway 6 (NH 6), which extends from Surat to Kolkata, passes through Akola, making it

1950-438: The north, Chhattisgarh to the east, Telangana to the south and Marathwada and Uttar Maharashtra regions of Maharashtra to the west. According to the Hindu epic Mahabharata , Rukmini , the wife of lord Krishna , was born to Bhishmaka , the king of the Vidarbha kingdom. Vidarbha was part of the Satavahana Empire during 1st to 2nd century CE). The coins and inscriptions from the period of Paramara king Jagadeva ,

2000-756: The outer margins of the tropical zone , but occasionally an inner-tropical location (e.g., San Marcos , Antioquia , Colombia ) also qualifies. Similarly, the Caribbean coast, eastward from the Gulf of Urabá on the Colombia – Panamá border to the Orinoco river delta , on the Atlantic Ocean (ca. 4,000 km (2,485 mi)), have long dry periods (the extreme is the BSh climate (see below), characterized by very low, unreliable precipitation, present, for instance, in extensive areas in

2050-631: The region in the early 14th century. The region was part of the Bahmani Sultanate , which broke away from the Delhi Sultanate in the middle of the 14th century. The Bahmani Sultanate itself broke up into smaller sultanates at the end of the 15th century, and in 1572 Berar became part of the Nizam Shahi sultanate, based at Ahmednagar . The Nizam Shahis ceded Berar to the Mughal Empire in 1595, and

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2100-407: The region under his nominal rule. The administration and right of collecting taxes were held by the Marathas. In 1803, following the defeat of the Marathas, the region came under the rule of British East India Company . Later, the British Empire took control of the region from the British East India Company in 1857. After Indian Independence in 1947, the region was part of the Bombay State . After

2150-556: The region, with corruption rampant in the region. Columnist and journalist P Sainath opined that the relief packages were destined to fail as corruption in the government meant that little impact happened on the ground. Nagpur is a major hub for business and healthcare. MIHAN is the major cargo hub in the region, operational out of Nagpur Airport . Nagpur also hosts Information Technology Special Economic Zone (IT SEZ). for information-technology companies. Amravati and Yavatmal are known for cotton production. Chandrapur has

2200-582: The region. Nagpur's Vidarbha Cricket Association Ground (VCA) hosted international cricket matches. In 2008, the new Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium was built in Jamtha. The eastern part of Vidarbha consists of Maharashtra's oldest National Park , the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve , one of the Project Tiger Reserves . Shegaon is a place of pilgrimage with temples attributed to

2250-466: The rest of Maharashtra with considerable poverty and malnutrition . The economy of the region is largely dependent on agriculture with oranges and cotton being the major crops. Agriculture is largely dependent on seasonal monsoons and the region receives very less rainfall. Droughts and famines are common with more than 1.4 lakh farmer suicides in the period 1997 to 2006. Though Government of India has provided relief packages aimed at

2300-521: The rest of Maharashtra with considerable poverty and malnutrition . Agriculture is largely dependent on seasonal monsoons and the region receives very less rainfall due to its location in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats . Droughts and famines are common with more than 1.4 lakh farmer suicides in the period 1997 to 2006. The largest and major city in the region is Nagpur and other major towns include Amravati , Akola , Chandrapur and Gondia . Varhadi and Zadi dialects of Marathi

2350-469: The son of the Udayaditya (reigned c. 1060–1086) have been found in the northern parts the region. According to the Ain-i-Akbari , the region was part of Berar Subah , in the Medieval period . In 1680, the region was captured by Sambhaji , the son of Shivaji , who was the founder of Maratha empire . In 1724, Asaf Jah , who later became the Nizam of Hyderabad , declared independence and brought most of

2400-627: The son of the Paramara king Udayaditya (reigned c. 1060–1086). Scholar M. H. Krishna argued that the Chalukya king Someshvara was known by the title "Jagadeva" ("Lord of the world") in the northern part of his kingdom, and it was he who issued these coins. However, all the known Chalukya coins featured Kannada script , while the coins of Jagadeva featured the Nagari script used by the Paramaras. According to

2450-601: Was an influential figure in the area. The evolution of the name "Akola" reflects its historical and cultural significance in the Vidarbha region. The city's etymology encapsulates its role in regional governance and its geographical context as a prominent location in Maharashtra. Akola is mentioned to be a part of Berar province and the legendary kingdom of Vidarbha in the Sanskrit epic Mahabharata . A period of Muslim rule began when Alauddin Khalji , Sultan of Delhi , conquered

2500-633: Was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Current estimates are based on historical growth rates. Religion in Akola (2011) The local government of Akola is administered by the Akola Municipal Corporation , which operates under a Mayor-Council system. The Mayor, assisted by a Deputy Mayor, heads the corporation, with elections occurring every five years. The corporation was established on 1 July 1967 and governs an area of approximately 124 km². The city's administrative functions are managed by

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