Asalade - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Asalade is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Asalde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asalade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asalade is 566418. The village covers a total geographical area of 992.92 hectares and falls under the 416610 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Asalade 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 Asalade
As per Census 2011, Asalade village has a total population of 1,275 people, consisting of 616 males and 659 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 969 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asalade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,275 | 616 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 521 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 95 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Asalade
Asalade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagsawantwadi | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Otav | South | 3.34 km |
| Nandgaon | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Ozaram | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Koloshi | West | 3.50 km |
| Anandnagar | North | 3.96 km |
| Dabgaon | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Tondavali | East | 4.81 km |
| Uttar Dakshin Gavthan | North | 5.55 km |
| Aynal | South-West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asalade
Asalade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Asalade is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Asalade is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asalade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asalade 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asalade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asalade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asalade
Where is Asalade located?
Asalade village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asalade?
The Gram Panchayat of Asalade is Asalde.
What is the pincode of Asalade?
The pincode of Asalade is 416610.
What is the population of Asalade?
Asalade has a total population of 1,275, including 616 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Asalade?
There are 327 households in Asalade.
What is the literacy rate in Asalade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asalade is 76.00%. Male literacy is 84.58% and female literacy is 67.98%.