Parale - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Parale is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Yelur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parale is 567048. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Parale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parale
As per Census 2011, Parale village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 329 males and 360 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 329 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 261 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 68 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Parale
Parale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uchat | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Tekoli | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Mutkalwadi | West | 2.22 km |
| Yelur | North | 2.29 km |
| Kode | South | 2.34 km |
| Kolgaon | East | 2.66 km |
| Man | West | 3.49 km |
| Yelane | East | 3.52 km |
| Chanwad | East | 3.70 km |
| Ukoli | South-East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parale
Parale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Parale is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Parale is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parale
Where is Parale located?
Parale village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parale?
The Gram Panchayat of Parale is Yelur.
What is the pincode of Parale?
The pincode of Parale is 415101.
What is the population of Parale?
Parale has a total population of 689, including 329 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Parale?
There are 157 households in Parale.
What is the literacy rate in Parale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parale is 67.49%. Male literacy is 79.33% and female literacy is 56.67%.