Raigadwadi - Mahad, Raigad
Raigadwadi is a village situated in the Mahad tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Mahad and around 147 km from Alibag. Raigadwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigadwadi is 554974. The village covers a total geographical area of 1046.68 hectares and falls under the 402305 pincode. Mahad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Raigadwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raigadwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Raigadwadi village had a total population of 820 people, including 413 males and 407 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.77%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 50.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 413 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 238 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 175 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Raigadwadi
Raigadwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raigadwadi
Raigadwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahad to Raigadwadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Raigadwadi is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigadwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigadwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raigadwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigadwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raigadwadi
Where is Raigadwadi located?
Raigadwadi village is located in Mahad Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigadwadi?
Raigadwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raigadwadi?
The pincode of Raigadwadi is 402305.
What is the population of Raigadwadi?
Raigadwadi had a total population of 820, including 413 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Raigadwadi?
Raigadwadi had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raigadwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigadwadi was 60.77%. Male literacy was 71.04% and female literacy was 50.59%.