Kongle - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Kongle is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 206 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kongale serves as the Village Panchayat for Kongle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongle is 564826. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.17 hectares and falls under the 415714 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kongle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kongle
According to the 2011 Census, Kongle village had a total population of 351 people, including 134 males and 217 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,619 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.11%, with male literacy at 87.39% and female literacy at 56.84%.
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 | 351 | 134 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 97 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 37 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Kongle
Kongle 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 Kongle
Kongle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Kongle is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Kongle is about 206 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kongle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kongle
Where is Kongle located?
Kongle village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kongle?
The Village Panchayat of Kongle is Kongale.
What is the pincode of Kongle?
The pincode of Kongle is 415714.
What is the population of Kongle?
Kongle had a total population of 351, including 134 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Kongle?
Kongle had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kongle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongle was 68.11%. Male literacy was 87.39% and female literacy was 56.84%.