Alas
Alas is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Alas village is also a gram panchayat.
Alas 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 Alas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alas is 567367. The village spans a total geographical area of 1975.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416104. Kurundvad is nearest town to Alas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Alas
Population of Alas
Below is a concise population overview of Alas 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 | 6,616 | 3,370 | 3,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 687 | 369 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 392 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 4,755 | 2,671 | 2,084 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,861 | 699 | 1,162 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alas village:
- The total population of Alas village is around 6,616, including approximately 3,370 males and 3,246 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 687 children aged 0–6 years in Alas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Alas village has 791 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 204 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Alas village is about 71.87%, with male literacy at 79.26% and female literacy at 64.20%.
- There are around 1,352 households in Alas village.
Connectivity of Alas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alas. As per the 2011 stats, Alas 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alas
Knowing the nearby villages of Alas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alas
- Where is Alas located?
- Alas village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alas?
- Alas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alas?
- The pincode of Alas is 416104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alas is 6,616, with 3,370 males and 3,246 females.
- How many households are there in Alas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alas village has a total of 1,352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alas is 71.87%. The male literacy rate is 79.26%, while the female literacy rate is 64.20%.