Pedhe - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Pedhe is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Pedhe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedhe is 565220. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 415605 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pedhe 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 Pedhe
As per Census 2011, Pedhe village has a total population of 3,816 people, consisting of 1,872 males and 1,944 females. The village has 882 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,152 literate and 664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pedhe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,816 | 1,872 | 1,944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 183 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 143 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,152 | 1,628 | 1,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 244 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Pedhe
Pedhe 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 Pedhe
Pedhe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pedhe.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chiplun to Pedhe is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Pedhe is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedhe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pedhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedhe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pedhe
Where is Pedhe located?
Pedhe village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedhe?
Pedhe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pedhe?
The pincode of Pedhe is 415605.
What is the population of Pedhe?
Pedhe has a total population of 3,816, including 1,872 males and 1,944 females.
How many households are there in Pedhe?
There are 882 households in Pedhe.
What is the literacy rate in Pedhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedhe is 82.60%. Male literacy is 86.97% and female literacy is 78.40%.