Alkud (M) - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Alkud (M) is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Alkud M serves as the Village Panchayat for Alkud (M) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alkud (M) is 568806. The village covers a total geographical area of 945 hectares and falls under the 416419 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Alkud (M) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alkud (M)
According to the 2011 Census, Alkud (M) village had a total population of 1,309 people, including 681 males and 628 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.13%, with male literacy at 92.69% and female literacy at 77.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 1,309 | 681 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 79 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 996 | 558 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 123 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Alkud (M)
Alkud (M) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Alkud (M)
Alkud (M) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Alkud (M) is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Alkud (M) is about 27 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 Alkud (M)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alkud (M) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alkud (M)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alkud (M) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alkud (M)
Where is Alkud (M) located?
Alkud (M) village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Alkud (M)?
The Village Panchayat of Alkud (M) is Alkud M.
What is the pincode of Alkud (M)?
The pincode of Alkud (M) is 416419.
What is the population of Alkud (M)?
Alkud (M) had a total population of 1,309, including 681 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Alkud (M)?
Alkud (M) had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alkud (M)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alkud (M) was 85.13%. Male literacy was 92.69% and female literacy was 77.11%.