Anjani - Tasgaon, Sangli
Anjani is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Anjani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anjani is 568660. The village covers a total geographical area of 1156 hectares and falls under the 416311 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Anjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anjani
As per Census 2011, Anjani village has a total population of 3,336 people, consisting of 1,640 males and 1,696 females. The village has 733 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,495 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anjani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,336 | 1,640 | 1,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 171 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 263 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,495 | 1,337 | 1,158 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 303 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Anjani
Anjani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagewadi | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Savalaj | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Vajrachaunde | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Gavhan | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Wadgaon | East | 3.88 km |
| Malangaon | South | 4.52 km |
| Jayagavhan | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Dogarsoni | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Sidhdewadi | North | 6.25 km |
| Lokarewadi | East | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anjani
Anjani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Langarpeth, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Anjani is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Anjani is about 40 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 Anjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anjani 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 Anjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anjani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anjani
Where is Anjani located?
Anjani village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anjani?
Anjani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anjani?
The pincode of Anjani is 416311.
What is the population of Anjani?
Anjani has a total population of 3,336, including 1,640 males and 1,696 females.
How many households are there in Anjani?
There are 733 households in Anjani.
What is the literacy rate in Anjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anjani is 74.79%. Male literacy is 81.52% and female literacy is 68.28%.