Almala - Ausa, Latur
Almala is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Aalmala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Almala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Almala is 560620. The village covers a total geographical area of 1935.42 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Almala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Almala
As per Census 2011, Almala village has a total population of 4,290 people, consisting of 2,246 males and 2,044 females. The village has 892 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,943 literate and 1,347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Almala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,290 | 2,246 | 2,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 300 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 840 | 459 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,943 | 1,676 | 1,267 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,347 | 570 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Almala
Almala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbadga Bk. | East | 3.37 km |
| Shiur | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Umbadga Kh. | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Lakhangaon | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Uti Bk. | West | 4.90 km |
| Uti Kh. | West | 5.44 km |
| Budhoda | East | 5.44 km |
| Gangapur | North-East | 5.88 km |
| Khanapur | South | 6.37 km |
| Haldurg | South-West | 6.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Almala
Almala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Almala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Almala is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Almala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Almala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Almala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Almala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Almala
Where is Almala located?
Almala village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Almala?
The Gram Panchayat of Almala is Aalmala.
What is the pincode of Almala?
The pincode of Almala is 413520.
What is the population of Almala?
Almala has a total population of 4,290, including 2,246 males and 2,044 females.
How many households are there in Almala?
There are 892 households in Almala.
What is the literacy rate in Almala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Almala is 68.60%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 61.99%.