Sangam - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Sangam is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Meghapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangam is 543570. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.09 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Sangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangam
As per Census 2011, Sangam village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 100 males and 90 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Sangam
Sangam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narsingpur | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Bori Mengapur | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Poti | North | 1.62 km |
| Mengapur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Zagdi | East | 1.95 km |
| Warha | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Hudaki | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Gujari | West | 3.14 km |
| Mozari | East | 3.15 km |
| Ashta | North-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangam
Sangam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonegaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yavatmal to Sangam is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sangam
Where is Sangam located?
Sangam village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangam is Meghapur.
What is the pincode of Sangam?
The pincode of Sangam is 445402.
What is the population of Sangam?
Sangam has a total population of 190, including 100 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Sangam?
There are 48 households in Sangam.
What is the literacy rate in Sangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangam is 73.68%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 67.78%.