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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kongle village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 134 males and 217 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,619 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 146 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kongle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 134 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Kongle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kongle is Kongale.
What is the pincode of Kongle?
The pincode of Kongle is 415714.
What is the population of Kongle?
Kongle has a total population of 351, including 134 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Kongle?
There are 109 households in Kongle.
What is the literacy rate in Kongle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongle is 58.40%. Male literacy is 72.39% and female literacy is 49.77%.