Alave
Alave is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Alave village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alave unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Alave’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Alave
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alave is 567189. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416230. Kolhapur is nearest town to Alave village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Alave village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Alave
Population of Alave
According to the 2011 Census, Alave has a total population of about 1,594, with approximately 807 males and 787 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.97%, with male literacy at about 81.54% and female literacy near 68.23%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alave's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,594 | 807 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 110 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 658 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 149 | 250 |
Connectivity of Alave
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alave. As per the 2011 stats, Alave had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alave
Knowing the nearby villages of Alave helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alave.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alave
- Where is Alave located?
- Alave village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alave?
- Alave serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alave?
- The pincode of Alave is 416230, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alave as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alave is 1,594, with 807 males and 787 females.
- How many households are there in Alave as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alave village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alave as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alave is 74.97%. The male literacy rate is 81.54%, while the female literacy rate is 68.23%.