Palpene - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Palpene is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Palpene village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palpene is 565376. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 415724 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Palpene village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palpene
As per Census 2011, Palpene village has a total population of 796 people, consisting of 327 males and 469 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,434 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 525 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palpene are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 796 | 327 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 255 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 72 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Palpene
Palpene 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talyachiwadi Tarf Palpene | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Waki | West | 1.70 km |
| Pat Panhale | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Kondwadi Tarf Patpanhale | South | 2.17 km |
| Pimpalwat | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Khamshet | North | 2.72 km |
| Kumbharwadi Tarf Palpene | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Ranavi | West | 3.43 km |
| Nigundal | East | 3.93 km |
| Varachapath Tarf Guhagar | West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palpene
Palpene 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 108.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Palpene is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Palpene is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palpene
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palpene village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palpene
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palpene village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palpene
Where is Palpene located?
Palpene village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palpene?
Palpene is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palpene?
The pincode of Palpene is 415724.
What is the population of Palpene?
Palpene has a total population of 796, including 327 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Palpene?
There are 225 households in Palpene.
What is the literacy rate in Palpene?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palpene is 65.95%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 57.57%.