Meghare - Shrivardhan, Raigad
Meghare is a village situated in the Shrivardhan tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from Shrivardhan and around 133 km from Alibag. Meghare village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghare is 554832. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 402113 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Meghare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghare
According to the 2011 Census, Meghare village had a total population of 334 people, including 125 males and 209 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,672 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 61.05%.
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 | 334 | 125 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 70 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 55 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Meghare
Meghare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunarveli | West | 1.31 km |
| Bapavali | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Bhardoli | South | 1.70 km |
| Chikhalap | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Wave Panchatan | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Shirvane | West | 2.70 km |
| Bhoste | South | 3.02 km |
| Punir | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Borle | North | 3.86 km |
| Pangloli | East | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghare
Meghare is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Goregaon Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrivardhan to Meghare is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Meghare is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meghare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meghare
Where is Meghare located?
Meghare village is located in Shrivardhan Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Meghare?
Meghare is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghare?
The pincode of Meghare is 402113.
What is the population of Meghare?
Meghare had a total population of 334, including 125 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Meghare?
Meghare had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghare was 64.58%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 61.05%.