Alas - Shirol, Kolhapur
Alas is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Alas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alas is 567367. The village covers a total geographical area of 1975.54 hectares and falls under the 416104 pincode. Kurundvad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Alas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alas
As per Census 2011, Alas village has a total population of 6,616 people, consisting of 3,370 males and 3,246 females. The village has 1,352 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 687 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,755 literate and 1,861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 791 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alas are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Alas
Alas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bubnal | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Bastwad | West | 2.84 km |
| Mangavati | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Akiwat | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Rajapur | South | 3.83 km |
| Aurwad | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Majarewadi | West | 4.16 km |
| Gaurwad | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Kavatheguland | North | 4.60 km |
| Shedshal | North-East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alas
Public transport in the Alas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shedbal, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 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 Kurundvad to Alas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Alas is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alas 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Alas
Where is Alas located?
Alas village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alas?
Alas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alas?
The pincode of Alas is 416104.
What is the population of Alas?
Alas has a total population of 6,616, including 3,370 males and 3,246 females.
How many households are there in Alas?
There are 1,352 households in Alas.
What is the literacy rate in Alas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alas is 71.87%. Male literacy is 79.26% and female literacy is 64.20%.