Varchi Wadi - Mangaon, Raigad
Varchi Wadi is a village situated in the Mangaon tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Mangaon and around 80 km from Alibag. Varchiwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varchi Wadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varchi Wadi is 554554. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.87 hectares and falls under the 402103 pincode. Roha Ashtami is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Varchi Wadi 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 Varchi Wadi
As per Census 2011, Varchi Wadi village has a total population of 898 people, consisting of 424 males and 474 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varchi Wadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 424 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 9 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 344 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 80 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Varchi Wadi
Varchi Wadi 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 Varchi Wadi
Varchi Wadi 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 Roha Ashtami to Varchi Wadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Varchi Wadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varchi Wadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varchi Wadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varchi Wadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varchi Wadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varchi Wadi
Where is Varchi Wadi located?
Varchi Wadi village is located in Mangaon Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varchi Wadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Varchi Wadi is Varchiwadi.
What is the pincode of Varchi Wadi?
The pincode of Varchi Wadi is 402103.
What is the population of Varchi Wadi?
Varchi Wadi has a total population of 898, including 424 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Varchi Wadi?
There are 193 households in Varchi Wadi.
What is the literacy rate in Varchi Wadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varchi Wadi is 74.61%. Male literacy is 81.13% and female literacy is 68.78%.