Terav - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Terav is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Terav village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Terav is 565256. The village covers a total geographical area of 979 hectares and falls under the 415605 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Terav 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 Terav
According to the 2011 Census, Terav village had a total population of 1,834 people, including 849 males and 985 females, living in 482 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.83%, with male literacy at 90.59% and female literacy at 72.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 1,834 | 849 | 985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 110 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 703 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 146 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Terav
Terav 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 Terav
Terav 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Terav is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Terav is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Terav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Terav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Terav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Terav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Terav
Where is Terav located?
Terav village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Terav?
Terav is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Terav?
The pincode of Terav is 415605.
What is the population of Terav?
Terav had a total population of 1,834, including 849 males and 985 females.
How many households are there in Terav?
Terav had 482 households.
What is the literacy rate in Terav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Terav was 80.83%. Male literacy was 90.59% and female literacy was 72.46%.