Ankale - Jat, Sangli
Ankale is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ankale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankale is 568830. The village covers a total geographical area of 1973 hectares and falls under the 416402 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Ankale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankale
As per Census 2011, Ankale village has a total population of 3,103 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,567 females. The village has 607 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 1,281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,103 | 1,536 | 1,567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 212 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 997 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 539 | 742 |
Nearby Villages of Ankale
Ankale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dorli | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Baj | East | 4.03 km |
| Moghamwadi | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Bassappachiwadi | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Hivare | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Irali | West | 5.85 km |
| Chudekhindi | North | 6.68 km |
| Belunkhi | East | 6.97 km |
| Dhalewadi | North-West | 6.98 km |
| Dhalgaon | North-West | 7.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ankale
Ankale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Langarpeth, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Ankale is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ankale is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankale
Where is Ankale located?
Ankale village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankale?
Ankale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankale?
The pincode of Ankale is 416402.
What is the population of Ankale?
Ankale has a total population of 3,103, including 1,536 males and 1,567 females.
How many households are there in Ankale?
There are 607 households in Ankale.
What is the literacy rate in Ankale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankale is 58.72%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 52.65%.