Unhale - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Unhale is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Unhale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unhale is 566147. The village covers a total geographical area of 575 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Unhale 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 Unhale
As per Census 2011, Unhale village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 379 males and 454 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,197 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 379 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 22 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 312 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 67 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Unhale
Unhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondhye Tarf Rajapur | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Bag Kazi Husen | West | 2.47 km |
| Doniwade | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Sheel | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Vikhare Gothane | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Hativale | South | 3.39 km |
| Shedhe | West | 3.39 km |
| Kodavali | North | 4.09 km |
| Shembavane | East | 4.10 km |
| Kaneri | South-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unhale
Unhale 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 62.7 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 Rajapur to Unhale is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Unhale is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unhale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Unhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unhale 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Unhale
Where is Unhale located?
Unhale village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unhale?
Unhale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unhale?
The pincode of Unhale is 416702.
What is the population of Unhale?
Unhale has a total population of 833, including 379 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Unhale?
There are 200 households in Unhale.
What is the literacy rate in Unhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unhale is 74.67%. Male literacy is 82.32% and female literacy is 68.28%.