Ankali - Miraj, Sangli
Ankali is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ankali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankali is 568704. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.81 hectares and falls under the 416415 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ankali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankali
As per Census 2011, Ankali village has a total population of 5,255 people, consisting of 2,729 males and 2,526 females. The village has 1,129 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 671 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,401 literate and 1,854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,048 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,255 | 2,729 | 2,526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 671 | 348 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,048 | 543 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,401 | 1,919 | 1,482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,854 | 810 | 1,044 |
Nearby Villages of Ankali
Ankali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Inam Dhamani | East | 1.43 km |
| Bamani | East | 2.68 km |
| Umalwad | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Jainapur | West | 3.52 km |
| Haripur | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Nilaji | East | 3.83 km |
| Udagaon | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Chinchwad | South-East | 5.53 km |
| Kothali | West | 6.04 km |
| Chipri | South-West | 7.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ankali
Ankali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jayasingpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Ankali is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ankali is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ankali
Where is Ankali located?
Ankali village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankali?
Ankali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankali?
The pincode of Ankali is 416415.
What is the population of Ankali?
Ankali has a total population of 5,255, including 2,729 males and 2,526 females.
How many households are there in Ankali?
There are 1,129 households in Ankali.
What is the literacy rate in Ankali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankali is 64.72%. Male literacy is 70.32% and female literacy is 58.67%.