Hindale - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Hindale is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Hindale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hindale is 566328. The village covers a total geographical area of 1306.92 hectares and falls under the 416630 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Hindale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hindale
As per Census 2011, Hindale village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 828 males and 886 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,486 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hindale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 828 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 88 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,486 | 750 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 78 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Hindale
Hindale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morve | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Mithbaon | North | 2.54 km |
| Munage | South | 3.34 km |
| Poyare | East | 3.92 km |
| Naringre | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Bagamala | North | 4.05 km |
| Tambaldeg | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Parwadi | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Katvan | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Dongrewadi | South-East | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hindale
Hindale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Hindale is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Hindale is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hindale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hindale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hindale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hindale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hindale
Where is Hindale located?
Hindale village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hindale?
Hindale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hindale?
The pincode of Hindale is 416630.
What is the population of Hindale?
Hindale has a total population of 1,714, including 828 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Hindale?
There are 411 households in Hindale.
What is the literacy rate in Hindale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hindale is 86.70%. Male literacy is 90.58% and female literacy is 83.07%.