Amanapur - Palus, Sangli
Amanapur is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Amnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amanapur is 568422. The village covers a total geographical area of 1363.67 hectares and falls under the 416308 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Amanapur 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 Amanapur
As per Census 2011, Amanapur village has a total population of 5,599 people, consisting of 2,859 males and 2,740 females. The village has 1,132 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,419 literate and 1,180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amanapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,599 | 2,859 | 2,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 296 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 216 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,419 | 2,354 | 2,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,180 | 505 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Amanapur
Amanapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Viththalwadi | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Radewadi | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Dhangaon | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Ankalkhop | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Palus | North | 4.54 km |
| Burli | West | 4.56 km |
| Savantpur | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Yelavi | East | 5.26 km |
| Julewadi | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Sandagewadi | North | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amanapur
Amanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Amanapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Amanapur is about 30 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 Amanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amanapur 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 Amanapur
Where is Amanapur located?
Amanapur village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Amanapur is Amnapur.
What is the pincode of Amanapur?
The pincode of Amanapur is 416308.
What is the population of Amanapur?
Amanapur has a total population of 5,599, including 2,859 males and 2,740 females.
How many households are there in Amanapur?
There are 1,132 households in Amanapur.
What is the literacy rate in Amanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amanapur is 78.92%. Male literacy is 82.34% and female literacy is 75.36%.