Alte Village - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Alte is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Alate serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alte is 567290. The village covers a total geographical area of 2246 hectares and falls under the 416109 pincode. Ichalkaranji is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Alte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatkanangle Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Alte
As per Census 2011, Alte village has a total population of 11,006 people, consisting of 5,670 males and 5,336 females. The village has 2,332 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,221 literate and 2,785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,006 | 5,670 | 5,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,135 | 574 | 561 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,587 | 1,308 | 1,279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 8,221 | 4,577 | 3,644 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,785 | 1,093 | 1,692 |
Nearby Villages of Alte
Alte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birdevwadi | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Hatkanangale | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Laxmiwadi | West | 3.91 km |
| Mangaonwadi | South | 4.04 km |
| Nej | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Atigre | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Majale | East | 4.34 km |
| Mudshingi | West | 4.45 km |
| Narande | North | 4.91 km |
| Male | West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alte
Alte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hatkanagale, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichalkaranji to Alte is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Alte is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alte 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 Alte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alte
Where is Alte located?
Alte village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alte?
The Gram Panchayat of Alte is Alate.
What is the pincode of Alte?
The pincode of Alte is 416109.
What is the population of Alte?
Alte has a total population of 11,006, including 5,670 males and 5,336 females.
How many households are there in Alte?
There are 2,332 households in Alte.
What is the literacy rate in Alte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alte is 74.70%. Male literacy is 80.72% and female literacy is 68.29%.