Alore - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Alore is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Alore village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alore is 565265. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 415603 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Alore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alore
According to the 2011 Census, Alore village had a total population of 3,573 people, including 1,830 males and 1,743 females, living in 828 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.59%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 90.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,573 | 1,830 | 1,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 145 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,082 | 1,634 | 1,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 196 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Alore
Alore is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Alore
Alore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Alore.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chiplun to Alore is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Alore is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alore 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 Alore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alore
Where is Alore located?
Alore village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Alore?
Alore is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alore?
The pincode of Alore is 415603.
What is the population of Alore?
Alore had a total population of 3,573, including 1,830 males and 1,743 females.
How many households are there in Alore?
Alore had 828 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alore was 93.59%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 90.05%.