Amrapur - Kadegaon, Sangli
Amrapur is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Amrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrapur is 568480. The village covers a total geographical area of 1258.3 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Amrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amrapur
As per Census 2011, Amrapur village has a total population of 2,928 people, consisting of 1,460 males and 1,468 females. The village has 613 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,035 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,928 | 1,460 | 1,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 87 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 2,035 | 1,124 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 336 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Amrapur
Amrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikhali | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Yewalewadi | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Hanmant Vadiye | East | 3.32 km |
| Kherade Vita | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Shivani | South | 4.21 km |
| Kadepur | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Soholi | West | 4.78 km |
| Tondoli | North | 4.92 km |
| Bhikawadi Khu | North-East | 5.76 km |
| Saspade | North-West | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amrapur
Amrapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Amrapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Amrapur is about 66 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 Amrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amrapur 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 Amrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amrapur
Where is Amrapur located?
Amrapur village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amrapur?
Amrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amrapur?
The pincode of Amrapur is 415305.
What is the population of Amrapur?
Amrapur has a total population of 2,928, including 1,460 males and 1,468 females.
How many households are there in Amrapur?
There are 613 households in Amrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Amrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrapur is 69.50%. Male literacy is 76.99% and female literacy is 62.06%.