Japhale
Japhale is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Japhale village is also a gram panchayat.
Japhale has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Japhale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Japhale is 567145. The village spans a total geographical area of 350 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416229. Kolhapur is nearest town to Japhale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Japhale 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.
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Population of Japhale
Below is a concise population overview of Japhale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,264 | 665 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 782 | 461 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 204 | 278 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Japhale village:
- The total population of Japhale village is around 1,264, including approximately 665 males and 599 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 163 children aged 0–6 years in Japhale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Japhale village has 169 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Japhale village is about 61.87%, with male literacy at 69.32% and female literacy at 53.59%.
- There are around 282 households in Japhale village.
Connectivity of Japhale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Japhale. As per the 2011 stats, Japhale 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Japhale
Knowing the nearby villages of Japhale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Japhale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Japhale
- Where is Japhale located?
- Japhale village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Japhale?
- Japhale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Japhale?
- The pincode of Japhale is 416229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Japhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Japhale is 1,264, with 665 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Japhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Japhale village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Japhale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Japhale is 61.87%. The male literacy rate is 69.32%, while the female literacy rate is 53.59%.