Upale - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Upale is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Upale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upale is 565893. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.29 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Upale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upale
According to the 2011 Census, Upale village had a total population of 1,048 people, including 503 males and 545 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.75%, with male literacy at 85.34% and female literacy at 61.17%. 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 | 1,048 | 503 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 390 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 113 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Upale
Upale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joshigaon | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Virgaon | East | 1.83 km |
| Punas | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Kot | South | 2.14 km |
| Kumbhargaon | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Gautamgaon | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Agargaon | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Agave | West | 3.67 km |
| Ramane | East | 3.79 km |
| Chafet | North-East | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upale
Upale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 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 Ratnagiri to Upale is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Upale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Upale
Where is Upale located?
Upale village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Upale?
Upale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Upale?
The pincode of Upale is 416712.
What is the population of Upale?
Upale had a total population of 1,048, including 503 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Upale?
Upale had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upale was 72.75%. Male literacy was 85.34% and female literacy was 61.17%.