Amode - Yawal, Jalgaon
Amode is a village situated in the Yawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yawal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Amoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amode village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amode is 526838. The village covers a total geographical area of 1268 hectares and falls under the 425524 pincode. Faizpur is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Raver Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Amode
As per Census 2011, Amode village has a total population of 5,628 people, consisting of 2,859 males and 2,769 females. The village has 1,308 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,129 literate and 1,499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,523 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amode are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,628 | 2,859 | 2,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 329 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 801 | 405 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,523 | 760 | 763 |
| Literate Population | 4,129 | 2,257 | 1,872 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 602 | 897 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Faizpur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Bamnod | West | 2.73 km |
| Viroda | South | 2.80 km |
| Pimprud | East | 3.24 km |
| Hambardi | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Vanoli | South | 4.78 km |
| Karanji | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Mhaiswadi | West | 5.57 km |
| Bhalod | West | 5.68 km |
| Padalse | South-West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amode
Amode is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duskheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Faizpur to Amode is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Amode is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amode
Where is Amode located?
Amode village is located in Yawal Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amode?
The Gram Panchayat of Amode is Amoda.
What is the pincode of Amode?
The pincode of Amode is 425524.
What is the population of Amode?
Amode has a total population of 5,628, including 2,859 males and 2,769 females.
How many households are there in Amode?
There are 1,308 households in Amode.
What is the literacy rate in Amode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amode is 73.37%. Male literacy is 78.94% and female literacy is 67.61%.