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{{Infobox settlement<br />
| name = Konal<br />
| settlement_type = Village<br />
| subdivision_type = Country<br />
| subdivision_name = India<br />
| subdivision_type1 = State<br />
| subdivision_name1 = Maharashtra<br />
| subdivision_type2 = District<br />
| subdivision_name2 = Sindhudurg<br />
| subdivision_type3 = Taluka<br />
| subdivision_name3 = Dodamarg<br />
| population_total = 2070<br />
| population_as_of = 2011<br />
| timezone = IST<br />
| utc_offset = +5:30<br />
| coordinates = <br />
{{coord|15.849|N|73.867|E|display=inline,title}}<br />
}}<br />
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'''Konal''' is a rural village in the [[Dodamarg taluka]] of [[Sindhudurg district]] in [[Maharashtra]], India. The village lies close to the [[Western Ghats]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Sindhudurg District Census Handbook |url=https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/603/download/2095/DH_2011_2730_PART_B_DCHB_SINDHUDURG.pdf |website=Census India 2011}}</ref><br />
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== Geography ==<br />
Konal village is situated on the banks of the [[Tilari River]]. The surrounding area consists of hills, dense forests, and a rich natural environment filled with biodiversity. The [[Tillari (Forebay) Dam]], one of the major water sources in Dodamarg taluka, is a popular tourist attraction in the region.<ref>{{cite web |title=Tilari Dam Information |url=https://mahabms.gov.in/tilari-dam |publisher=Government of Maharashtra}}</ref><br />
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== Administration ==<br />
The local governance of the village is handled by the Gram Panchayat Konal. The Gram Panchayat manages water supply, sanitation, roads, local amenities, and various rural development activities.<ref>{{cite web |title=Gram Panchayat Konal |url=https://sindhudurg.gov.in |publisher=Government of Maharashtra}}</ref><br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
According to the 2011 Census of India, Konal has a total population of 2,070, with an almost equal number of males and females.<ref>{{cite web |title=Census of India 2011 |url=https://censusindia.gov.in |publisher=Registrar General & Census Commissioner of India}}</ref><br />
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== Economy ==<br />
Agriculture, horticulture, and animal husbandry are the primary occupations in Konal. Major crops include rice, finger millet, cashew, coconut, betel nut, and banana. The cashew-processing industry in Sindhudurg district provides employment opportunities to local farmers.<br />
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== Wildlife and environment ==<br />
The surroundings of the village are rich in biodiversity. The Tilari Canyon Wildlife Corridor is an important forested region near the village and is home to species such as Indian bison (gaur), sambar deer, foxes, monitor lizards, and a variety of birds and plants.<ref>{{cite web |title=Tilari Conservation Reserve Notification |url=https://mahaforest.gov.in |publisher=Forest Department, Maharashtra}}</ref><br />
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== Education ==<br />
The village has a primary school, and nearby areas have access to high school education. Basic educational facilities are available for students in and around the village.<ref>{{cite web |title=School Education and Sports Department Maharashtra |url=https://education.maharashtra.gov.in }}</ref><br />
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== Culture ==<br />
Konal village has temples dedicated to deities such as Sateri Devi, Bhootnath, Ganapati, and Hanuman. Annual fairs, Navaratri celebrations, bhajan events, and traditional cultural programs strengthen social harmony among the villagers.<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* [https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/mumbai/maharashtra-tillari-area-in-sindhudurg-declared-conservation-reserve-6473276/ Indian Express – Tillari area in Sindhudurg declared conservation reserve]<br />
* [https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/maharashtra-government-declares-29-53-sq-km-area-in-konkan-a-conservation-reserve/story-OpmsdlK6dyR55at5JBntCL.html Hindustan Times – Maharashtra government declares conservation reserve in Konkan]<br />
* [https://www.justdial.com/Sindhudurg/Temples-in-Konal/nct-10475644 Justdial – Temples in Konal, Sindhudurg]<br />
* [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/316360306_ETHNOFLORISTIC_DIVERSITY_IN_DODAMARG_REGION_MS_CENTRAL_WESTERN_GHATS_INDIA ResearchGate – Ethnofloristic diversity in Dodamarg region, Western Ghats]<br />
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAXzfbJ_98Q YouTube – Video related to Tillari conservation reserve]<br />
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