Vankute - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Vankute is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 46 km from Sangamner and around 145 km from Ahmadnagar. Vankute village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankute is 557469. The village covers a total geographical area of 1487 hectares and falls under the 422608 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Vankute village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vankute
According to the 2011 Census, Vankute village had a total population of 1,459 people, including 716 males and 743 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.07%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 52.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 521.
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 | 1,459 | 716 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 96 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 521 | 260 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 502 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 214 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Vankute
Vankute is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vankute
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vankute.
| 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 Sangamner to Vankute is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Vankute is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankute
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankute village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vankute
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankute village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vankute
Where is Vankute located?
Vankute village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vankute?
Vankute is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankute?
The pincode of Vankute is 422608.
What is the population of Vankute?
Vankute had a total population of 1,459, including 716 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Vankute?
Vankute had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vankute?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankute was 66.07%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 52.25%.