Durgwadi Kh. - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Durgwadi Kh. is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Durgawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgwadi Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgwadi Kh. is 565344. The village covers a total geographical area of 777 hectares and falls under the 415710 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Durgwadi Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgwadi Kh.
As per Census 2011, Durgwadi Kh. village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 384 males and 532 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 1,385 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgwadi Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 384 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 318 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 66 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Durgwadi Kh.
Durgwadi Kh. 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 Durgwadi Kh.
Public transport in the Durgwadi Kh. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Durgwadi Kh..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Durgwadi Kh. is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Durgwadi Kh. is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgwadi Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgwadi Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durgwadi Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgwadi Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgwadi Kh.
Where is Durgwadi Kh. located?
Durgwadi Kh. village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgwadi Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgwadi Kh. is Durgawadi.
What is the pincode of Durgwadi Kh.?
The pincode of Durgwadi Kh. is 415710.
What is the population of Durgwadi Kh.?
Durgwadi Kh. has a total population of 916, including 384 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Durgwadi Kh.?
There are 262 households in Durgwadi Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Durgwadi Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgwadi Kh. is 72.60%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 65.23%.