Atiwali - Pen, Raigad
Atiwali is a village situated in the Pen tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Pen and around 35 km from Alibag. Shihu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atiwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atiwali is 553983. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.5 hectares and falls under the 402106 pincode. Pen is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Atiwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atiwali
According to the 2011 Census, Atiwali village had a total population of 299 people, including 152 males and 147 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.55%, with male literacy at 92.48% and female literacy at 66.41%.
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 | 299 | 152 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 123 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 29 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Atiwali
Atiwali 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 Atiwali
Atiwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Atiwali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pen to Atiwali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Atiwali is about 35 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 Atiwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atiwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Atiwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atiwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Atiwali
Where is Atiwali located?
Atiwali village is located in Pen Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atiwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Atiwali is Shihu.
What is the pincode of Atiwali?
The pincode of Atiwali is 402106.
What is the population of Atiwali?
Atiwali had a total population of 299, including 152 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Atiwali?
Atiwali had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atiwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atiwali was 79.55%. Male literacy was 92.48% and female literacy was 66.41%.