Amode - Amalner, Jalgaon
Amode is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Amode village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amode is 527456. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Amode 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 Amode
As per Census 2011, Amode village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 231 males and 243 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amode are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 231 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 194 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 37 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Amode
Amode 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladgaon | South | 0.73 km |
| Taskheda. | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Nandgaon | South | 1.85 km |
| Gandhali | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Ranjane | West | 2.38 km |
| Daregaon | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Anturli | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Hingone Bk. | North | 2.90 km |
| Malpur | West | 3.51 km |
| Pilode | East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amode
Public transport in the Amode 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 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Amode is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Amode is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amode
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amode 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 Amode
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amode village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amode
Where is Amode located?
Amode village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amode?
Amode is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amode?
The pincode of Amode is 425401.
What is the population of Amode?
Amode has a total population of 474, including 231 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Amode?
There are 97 households in Amode.
What is the literacy rate in Amode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amode is 76.58%. Male literacy is 83.98% and female literacy is 69.55%.