Dale - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Dale is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dale is 566041. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.98 hectares and falls under the 415805 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dale 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 Dale
As per Census 2011, Dale village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 277 males and 334 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 277 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 224 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 53 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Dale
Dale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waghran | West | 1.49 km |
| Bakale | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Juve Jaitapur | North | 2.05 km |
| Agarwadi | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Rautwadi | East | 2.22 km |
| Karel | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Kuveshi | West | 2.45 km |
| Niveli | South | 2.59 km |
| Janashi | South | 2.90 km |
| Anantwadi | North-West | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dale
Dale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 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 Rajapur to Dale is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Dale is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dale
Where is Dale located?
Dale village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dale?
Dale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dale?
The pincode of Dale is 415805.
What is the population of Dale?
Dale has a total population of 611, including 277 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Dale?
There are 174 households in Dale.
What is the literacy rate in Dale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dale is 71.19%. Male literacy is 80.87% and female literacy is 63.17%.