Savantpur - Palus, Sangli
Savantpur is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Savantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Savantpur is 568416. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.14 hectares and falls under the 416310 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Savantpur 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 Savantpur
As per Census 2011, Savantpur village has a total population of 6,836 people, consisting of 3,539 males and 3,297 females. The village has 1,487 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 676 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,554 literate and 1,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Savantpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,836 | 3,539 | 3,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 676 | 369 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 308 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,554 | 2,995 | 2,559 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 544 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Savantpur
Savantpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palus | East | 2.82 km |
| Burli | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Kundal | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Dudhondi | West | 4.63 km |
| Amanapur | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Nagarale | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Sandagewadi | East | 4.85 km |
| Viththalwadi | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Radewadi | South | 5.58 km |
| Punadi Tarf Walava | West | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Savantpur
Savantpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Savantpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Savantpur is about 35 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 Savantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Savantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Savantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Savantpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Savantpur
Where is Savantpur located?
Savantpur village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Savantpur?
Savantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Savantpur?
The pincode of Savantpur is 416310.
What is the population of Savantpur?
Savantpur has a total population of 6,836, including 3,539 males and 3,297 females.
How many households are there in Savantpur?
There are 1,487 households in Savantpur.
What is the literacy rate in Savantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Savantpur is 81.25%. Male literacy is 84.63% and female literacy is 77.62%.