Kokale - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Kokale is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kokale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokale is 568799. The village covers a total geographical area of 5458 hectares and falls under the 416405 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Kokale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokale
As per Census 2011, Kokale village has a total population of 4,442 people, consisting of 2,282 males and 2,160 females. The village has 921 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,965 literate and 1,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 707 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kokale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,442 | 2,282 | 2,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 300 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 349 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,965 | 1,660 | 1,305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,477 | 622 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Kokale
Kokale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudnur | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Bassappachiwadi | North | 4.56 km |
| Shinganapur | South-East | 6.03 km |
| Ranjani | West | 6.11 km |
| Moghamwadi | North | 6.25 km |
| Dafalapur | East | 6.43 km |
| Lonarwadi | South-West | 7.16 km |
| Khilegaon | South-West | 7.60 km |
| Ajur | South | 7.81 km |
| Ankale | North | 8.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kokale
Kokale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Kokale is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kokale is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kokale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kokale
Where is Kokale located?
Kokale village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokale?
Kokale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kokale?
The pincode of Kokale is 416405.
What is the population of Kokale?
Kokale has a total population of 4,442, including 2,282 males and 2,160 females.
How many households are there in Kokale?
There are 921 households in Kokale.
What is the literacy rate in Kokale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokale is 66.75%. Male literacy is 72.74% and female literacy is 60.42%.