Nagave - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Nagave is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Nagave village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagave is 565264. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 415603 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nagave 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 Nagave
As per Census 2011, Nagave village has a total population of 1,678 people, consisting of 858 males and 820 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,452 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,678 | 858 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,452 | 779 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 79 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Nagave
Nagave 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 Nagave
Nagave 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Nagave is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Nagave is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nagave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagave village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagave
Where is Nagave located?
Nagave village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagave?
Nagave is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagave?
The pincode of Nagave is 415603.
What is the population of Nagave?
Nagave has a total population of 1,678, including 858 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Nagave?
There are 403 households in Nagave.
What is the literacy rate in Nagave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagave is 86.53%. Male literacy is 90.79% and female literacy is 82.07%.