Upale
Upale is a village located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Upale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Upale unique in its vibrant Rajapur-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Upale’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Upale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upale is 566120. The village spans a total geographical area of 918.19 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Upale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km 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.
Google Map of Upale
Population of Upale
According to the 2011 Census, Upale has a total population of about 1,063, with approximately 513 males and 550 females. The sex ratio is around 1072 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.66%, with male literacy at about 83.43% and female literacy near 64.55%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 513 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 783 | 428 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 85 | 195 |
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 Rajapur 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 population of Upale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upale is 1,063, with 513 males and 550 females.
- How many households are there in Upale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Upale village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Upale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upale is 73.66%. The male literacy rate is 83.43%, while the female literacy rate is 64.55%.