Anandnagar - Malshiras, Solapur
Anandnagar is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Anandnagar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anandnagar is 562458. The village covers a total geographical area of 878.34 hectares and falls under the 413101 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Anandnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anandnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Anandnagar village had a total population of 3,070 people, including 1,603 males and 1,467 females, living in 663 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.44%, with male literacy at 87.29% and female literacy at 73.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 615.
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 | 3,070 | 1,603 | 1,467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 218 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 307 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,155 | 1,209 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 394 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Anandnagar
Anandnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagewadi | South | 2.22 km |
| Sarati | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Kondabavi | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Akluj | East | 3.87 km |
| Girzani | South | 4.27 km |
| Lumewadi | East | 4.81 km |
| Yashawantnagar | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Nirnimgaon | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Chakore | West | 6.28 km |
| Ganeshwadi | North-East | 6.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anandnagar
Anandnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalwani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 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 Pandharpur to Anandnagar is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Anandnagar is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anandnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anandnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anandnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anandnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Anandnagar
Where is Anandnagar located?
Anandnagar village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Anandnagar?
Anandnagar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anandnagar?
The pincode of Anandnagar is 413101.
What is the population of Anandnagar?
Anandnagar had a total population of 3,070, including 1,603 males and 1,467 females.
How many households are there in Anandnagar?
Anandnagar had 663 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anandnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anandnagar was 80.44%. Male literacy was 87.29% and female literacy was 73.11%.