Ankalkhop - Palus, Sangli
Ankalkhop is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ankalkhop village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankalkhop is 568431. The village covers a total geographical area of 2099 hectares and falls under the 416316 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ankalkhop 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 Ankalkhop
As per Census 2011, Ankalkhop village has a total population of 9,706 people, consisting of 5,055 males and 4,651 females. The village has 1,972 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 891 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,711 literate and 1,995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ankalkhop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,706 | 5,055 | 4,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 891 | 506 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,547 | 784 | 763 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 7,711 | 4,131 | 3,580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,995 | 924 | 1,071 |
Nearby Villages of Ankalkhop
Ankalkhop 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radewadi | North | 2.21 km |
| Bhilavadi | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Nagthane | West | 3.94 km |
| Dhangaon | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Amanapur | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Malwadi | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Mardawadi | South | 5.00 km |
| Burli | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Viththalwadi | North-East | 5.81 km |
| Khandobachiwadi | East | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ankalkhop
Ankalkhop 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 33.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Ankalkhop is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ankalkhop 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 Ankalkhop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankalkhop village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankalkhop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankalkhop village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ankalkhop
Where is Ankalkhop located?
Ankalkhop village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ankalkhop?
Ankalkhop is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankalkhop?
The pincode of Ankalkhop is 416316.
What is the population of Ankalkhop?
Ankalkhop has a total population of 9,706, including 5,055 males and 4,651 females.
How many households are there in Ankalkhop?
There are 1,972 households in Ankalkhop.
What is the literacy rate in Ankalkhop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankalkhop is 79.45%. Male literacy is 81.72% and female literacy is 76.97%.