Ansarwada Village - Nilanga, Latur
Ansarwada is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Ansarwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ansarwada is 560767. The village covers a total geographical area of 960.03 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ansarwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ansarwada
As per Census 2011, Ansarwada village has a total population of 2,853 people, consisting of 1,452 males and 1,401 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,695 literate and 1,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ansarwada are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,853 | 1,452 | 1,401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 191 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 228 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 968 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 484 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Ansarwada
Ansarwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bendga | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Sindhkhed | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Talikhed | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Masobachiwadi | East | 2.78 km |
| Gurhal | North | 3.50 km |
| Palapur | West | 4.23 km |
| Gunjarga | South | 4.35 km |
| Makni | East | 4.47 km |
| Hagranga | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Jamga | South-East | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ansarwada
Ansarwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Her, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 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 Nilanga to Ansarwada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Ansarwada is about 67 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 Ansarwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ansarwada 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 Ansarwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ansarwada 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ansarwada
Where is Ansarwada located?
Ansarwada village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ansarwada?
Ansarwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ansarwada?
The pincode of Ansarwada is 413521.
What is the population of Ansarwada?
Ansarwada has a total population of 2,853, including 1,452 males and 1,401 females.
How many households are there in Ansarwada?
There are 571 households in Ansarwada.
What is the literacy rate in Ansarwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ansarwada is 59.41%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 51.89%.