Amalgaon - Amalner, Jalgaon
Amalgaon is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Amalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amalgaon is 527425. The village covers a total geographical area of 892.08 hectares and falls under the 425420 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Amalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amalgaon
As per Census 2011, Amalgaon village has a total population of 3,621 people, consisting of 1,846 males and 1,775 females. The village has 798 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,386 literate and 1,235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 730 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,621 | 1,846 | 1,775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 207 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 154 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 730 | 383 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 2,386 | 1,354 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,235 | 492 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Amalgaon
Amalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehargaon | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Dodhawad | North | 3.50 km |
| Hingone Sim Pra.jalod | North | 3.56 km |
| Nimbhore | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Pimpli Pr.jalod | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Jalod | East | 3.86 km |
| Pilode | South | 4.06 km |
| Pingalwade | West | 4.24 km |
| Manjardi | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Mudi.pr.amalner | West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amalgaon
Amalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amalner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Amalgaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Amalgaon 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 Amalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amalgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amalgaon
Where is Amalgaon located?
Amalgaon village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amalgaon?
Amalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amalgaon?
The pincode of Amalgaon is 425420.
What is the population of Amalgaon?
Amalgaon has a total population of 3,621, including 1,846 males and 1,775 females.
How many households are there in Amalgaon?
There are 798 households in Amalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Amalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amalgaon is 65.89%. Male literacy is 73.35% and female literacy is 58.14%.