Akale
About Akale
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Akale village is 565235. Akale village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Akale village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 987.37 hectares. Akale has a total population of 1,617 peoples, out of which male population is 813 while female population is 804. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of akale village is 71.99% out of which 80.81% males and 63.06% females are literate. There are about 413 houses in akale village.
When it comes to administration, Akale village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Akale village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to akale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Akale
The population details of Akale cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 813 | 804 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 154 | 85 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 657 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 156 | 297 |
Connectivity of Akale
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Akale
Where is Akale located?
Akale village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akale?
Akale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Akale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akale is 1,617, with 813 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Akale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akale village has a total of 413 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akale is 71.99%. The male literacy rate is 80.81%, while the female literacy rate is 63.06%.