Chakale
Chakale is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Chakale village is also a gram panchayat.
Chakale has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chakale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakale is 564985. The village spans a total geographical area of 430.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415709. Khed is nearest town to Chakale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chakale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chakale
Population of Chakale
Below is a concise population overview of Chakale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,205 | 574 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 74 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 460 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 114 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakale village:
- The total population of Chakale village is around 1,205, including approximately 574 males and 631 females, with a sex ratio of 1099 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Chakale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakale village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chakale village is about 73.36%, with male literacy at 80.14% and female literacy at 67.19%.
- There are around 272 households in Chakale village.
Connectivity of Chakale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakale. As per the 2011 stats, Chakale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakale
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakale
- Where is Chakale located?
- Chakale village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakale?
- Chakale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chakale?
- The pincode of Chakale is 415709, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakale is 1,205, with 574 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Chakale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakale village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakale is 73.36%. The male literacy rate is 80.14%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.