Akola district, Administrative district in Maharashtra, India
Akola district encompasses 5,428 square kilometers of land in Maharashtra state, containing seven administrative regions with diverse geographical features.
The district emerged from the former Berar Province during British rule, marked by significant events such as the 1803 Battle of Adgaon Bk.
The population speaks primarily Marathi, with Hindu temples, Islamic mosques, and Buddhist structures representing the multicultural fabric of the region.
The district headquarters provides essential services through one municipal corporation, five municipal councils, and multiple administrative offices for citizen needs.
The region contains three historical fortifications - Narnala, Akola, and Balapur - spread across different sections of the district territory.
Location: Amravati division
Capital city: Akola
Shares border with: Amravati district
Website: http://akola.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 20.50000,77.16667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:48
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