Pokhale
Pokhale is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Pokhale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pokhale unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Pokhale’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 Pokhale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhale is 567142. The village spans a total geographical area of 378.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416114. Kolhapur is nearest town to Pokhale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pokhale 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 Pokhale
Population of Pokhale
According to the 2011 Census, Pokhale has a total population of about 2,274, with approximately 1,216 males and 1,058 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 415 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 77.53%, with male literacy at about 80.43% and female literacy near 74.20%. There are around 438 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pokhale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,274 | 1,216 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 127 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 210 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,763 | 978 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 238 | 273 |
Connectivity of Pokhale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhale. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhale 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 Pokhale
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhale
- Where is Pokhale located?
- Pokhale village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokhale?
- Pokhale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pokhale?
- The pincode of Pokhale is 416114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pokhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhale is 2,274, with 1,216 males and 1,058 females.
- How many households are there in Pokhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokhale village has a total of 438 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokhale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhale is 77.53%. The male literacy rate is 80.43%, while the female literacy rate is 74.20%.