Kale - Panhala, Kolhapur
Kale is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kale is 567236. The village covers a total geographical area of 598 hectares and falls under the 416205 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kale
According to the 2011 Census, Kale village had a total population of 6,403 people, including 3,369 males and 3,034 females, living in 1,261 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.02%, with male literacy at 88.54% and female literacy at 72.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 903, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,403 | 3,369 | 3,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 709 | 376 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 903 | 472 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4,613 | 2,650 | 1,963 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,790 | 719 | 1,071 |
Nearby Villages of Kale
Kale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parakhandale | West | 1.84 km |
| Asagaon | South | 1.84 km |
| Marali | East | 2.10 km |
| Punal | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Katebhogaon | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Malharpeth | South | 2.62 km |
| Kherivade | West | 2.83 km |
| Gharapan | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Majnal | North | 2.90 km |
| Pushire T.borgaon | North-East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kale
Kale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kolhapur to Kale is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kale
Where is Kale located?
Kale village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kale?
Kale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kale?
The pincode of Kale is 416205.
What is the population of Kale?
Kale had a total population of 6,403, including 3,369 males and 3,034 females.
How many households are there in Kale?
Kale had 1,261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kale was 81.02%. Male literacy was 88.54% and female literacy was 72.68%.