Nagthane - Palus, Sangli
Nagthane is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Nagthane village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagthane is 568428. The village covers a total geographical area of 1307 hectares and falls under the 416313 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nagthane 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 Nagthane
According to the 2011 Census, Nagthane village had a total population of 6,575 people, including 3,406 males and 3,169 females, living in 1,363 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.80%, with male literacy at 88.95% and female literacy at 80.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 973, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 6,575 | 3,406 | 3,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 681 | 393 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 973 | 506 | 467 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 4,998 | 2,680 | 2,318 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,577 | 726 | 851 |
Nearby Villages of Nagthane
Nagthane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirgaon | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Radewadi | East | 3.86 km |
| Ankalkhop | East | 3.94 km |
| Padavalwadi | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Nagarale | North | 4.58 km |
| Burli | North | 4.61 km |
| Pundiwadi | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Walwa | West | 5.63 km |
| Mardawadi | South | 5.99 km |
| Punadi Tarf Walava | North-West | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagthane
Public transport in the Nagthane 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 33.1 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 Uran Islampur to Nagthane is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Nagthane is about 32 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 Nagthane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagthane 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 Nagthane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagthane 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 Nagthane
Where is Nagthane located?
Nagthane village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nagthane?
Nagthane is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagthane?
The pincode of Nagthane is 416313.
What is the population of Nagthane?
Nagthane had a total population of 6,575, including 3,406 males and 3,169 females.
How many households are there in Nagthane?
Nagthane had 1,363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagthane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagthane was 84.80%. Male literacy was 88.95% and female literacy was 80.46%.