Udhale Bk. - Khed, Ratnagiri
Udhale Bk. is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Udhale Bk. village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhale Bk. is 565018. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.42 hectares and falls under the 415640 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Udhale Bk. 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 Udhale Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Udhale Bk. village had a total population of 727 people, including 334 males and 393 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,177 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 93.36% and female literacy at 70.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 727 | 334 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 281 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 53 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Udhale Bk.
Udhale Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apede | East | 1.91 km |
| Kalambani Bk. | South | 2.34 km |
| Nilavane | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Borghar | North | 2.90 km |
| Chinchavali | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Murde | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Ambaye | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Valanjawadi | South | 4.15 km |
| Shiravali | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Tale | South-East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udhale Bk.
Udhale Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khed to Udhale Bk. is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Udhale Bk. is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udhale Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhale Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udhale Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhale Bk. 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Udhale Bk.
Where is Udhale Bk. located?
Udhale Bk. village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Udhale Bk.?
Udhale Bk. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udhale Bk.?
The pincode of Udhale Bk. is 415640.
What is the population of Udhale Bk.?
Udhale Bk. had a total population of 727, including 334 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Udhale Bk.?
Udhale Bk. had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udhale Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhale Bk. was 80.88%. Male literacy was 93.36% and female literacy was 70.39%.