Upale

Upale is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Upale village is also a gram panchayat.

Upale 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 Upale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upale is 565893. The village spans a total geographical area of 640.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416880. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Upale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Upale 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Upale

Below is a concise population overview of Upale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,048 503 545
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 46 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 N/A 3
Literate Population 694 390 304
Illiterate Population 354 113 241

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Upale village:

  • The total population of Upale village is around 1,048, including approximately 503 males and 545 females, with a sex ratio of 1083 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Upale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Upale village has 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Upale village is about 66.22%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 55.78%.
  • There are around 236 households in Upale village.

Connectivity of Upale

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upale. As per the 2011 stats, Upale 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Upale

Knowing the nearby villages of Upale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upale.

Frequently Asked Questions about Upale

Where is Upale located?
Upale village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upale?
Upale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Upale?
The pincode of Upale is 416880, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Upale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upale is 1,048, with 503 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Upale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Upale village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upale is 66.22%. The male literacy rate is 77.53%, while the female literacy rate is 55.78%.