Ade - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Ade is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Ade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ade is 564807. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.97 hectares and falls under the 415714 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ade
As per Census 2011, Ade village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 764 males and 954 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 1,248 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,334 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 764 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 649 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 115 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Ade
Ade 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 Ade
Ade 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Ade is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ade is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ade
Where is Ade located?
Ade village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ade?
Ade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ade?
The pincode of Ade is 415714.
What is the population of Ade?
Ade has a total population of 1,718, including 764 males and 954 females.
How many households are there in Ade?
There are 409 households in Ade.
What is the literacy rate in Ade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ade is 77.65%. Male literacy is 84.95% and female literacy is 71.80%.