Angale - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Angale is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Angle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Angale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Angale is 566094. The village covers a total geographical area of 864 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Angale 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 Angale
As per Census 2011, Angale village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 436 males and 526 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Angale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 436 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 295 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 141 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Angale
Angale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sasale | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Phupere | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Shembavane | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Gothane Doniwade | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Hatankarwadi | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Pangari Bk. | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Solye | East | 3.74 km |
| Chikhalgaon | North | 3.83 km |
| Hasol Tarf Saundal | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Sheel | West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Angale
Angale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Angale is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Angale is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Angale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Angale 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 Angale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Angale 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Angale
Where is Angale located?
Angale village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Angale?
The Gram Panchayat of Angale is Angle.
What is the pincode of Angale?
The pincode of Angale is 416702.
What is the population of Angale?
Angale has a total population of 962, including 436 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Angale?
There are 243 households in Angale.
What is the literacy rate in Angale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Angale is 59.67%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 53.04%.