Atale - Amalner, Jalgaon
Atale is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Atale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atale is 527528. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.03 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Atale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atale
As per Census 2011, Atale village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 352 males and 333 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 352 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 289 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 63 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Atale
Atale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpale Kh. | South | 1.19 km |
| Shirsale Kh. | North | 1.20 km |
| Dheku Charam | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Chimanpuri | South | 2.03 km |
| Shirsale Bk. | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Ardi | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Ambasan | East | 2.61 km |
| Galwade Kh. | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Pimpale Bk. | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Zadi | North | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atale
Atale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Amalner to Atale is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Atale is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Atale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Atale
Where is Atale located?
Atale village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atale?
Atale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atale?
The pincode of Atale is 425401.
What is the population of Atale?
Atale has a total population of 685, including 352 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Atale?
There are 166 households in Atale.
What is the literacy rate in Atale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atale is 70.07%. Male literacy is 82.10% and female literacy is 57.36%.