Male - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Male is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 195 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Chikhalgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Male village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Male is 564912. The village covers a total geographical area of 682.71 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Male 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 Male
According to the 2011 Census, Male village had a total population of 693 people, including 296 males and 397 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,341 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 56.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 693 | 296 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 194 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 102 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Male
Male 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikhalgaon | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Dumdeo | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Nante | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Kalki | East | 3.01 km |
| Borivali | West | 3.14 km |
| Mathegujar | East | 3.30 km |
| Agarvayangani | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Devke | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Olgaon | North | 3.82 km |
| Chandikanagar | West | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Male
Male is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Male is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Male is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Male
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Male 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 Male
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Male village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Male
Where is Male located?
Male village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Male?
The Village Panchayat of Male is Chikhalgaon.
What is the pincode of Male?
The pincode of Male is 415712.
What is the population of Male?
Male had a total population of 693, including 296 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Male?
Male had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Male?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Male was 65.31%. Male literacy was 78.23% and female literacy was 56.56%.