Asangi Turk - Jat, Sangli
Asangi Turk is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Asangi Turk village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asangi Turk is 568924. The village covers a total geographical area of 1023.09 hectares and falls under the 416412 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Asangi Turk 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 Asangi Turk
According to the 2011 Census, Asangi Turk village had a total population of 1,150 people, including 604 males and 546 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.96%, with male literacy at 77.49% and female literacy at 55.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,150 | 604 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 413 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 191 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Asangi Turk
Asangi Turk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motewadi | North | 2.04 km |
| Dhulkarwadi | South | 2.65 km |
| Pandharewadi | West | 3.47 km |
| Kaganari | East | 4.17 km |
| Pandozari | North | 4.65 km |
| Gonasagi | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Khandnal | North-West | 5.29 km |
| Hubanur | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Jalihal Khurd | West | 6.36 km |
| Karewadi (ko. Bo.) | North-East | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asangi Turk
Public transport in the Asangi Turk is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aliyabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur (karnataka) to Asangi Turk is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Asangi Turk is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asangi Turk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asangi Turk 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 Asangi Turk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asangi Turk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asangi Turk
Where is Asangi Turk located?
Asangi Turk village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asangi Turk?
Asangi Turk is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asangi Turk?
The pincode of Asangi Turk is 416412.
What is the population of Asangi Turk?
Asangi Turk had a total population of 1,150, including 604 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Asangi Turk?
Asangi Turk had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asangi Turk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asangi Turk was 66.96%. Male literacy was 77.49% and female literacy was 55.23%.