Chandivane - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Chandivane is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Sukondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandivane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandivane is 564814. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chandivane 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 Chandivane
According to the 2011 Census, Chandivane village had a total population of 148 people, including 56 males and 92 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,643 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.06%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 54.22%.
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 | 148 | 56 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 29 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 27 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Chandivane
Chandivane is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Turavade | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Dehen | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Douli | North | 2.15 km |
| Bhomadi | East | 2.36 km |
| Sukondi | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Waghivane | West | 3.15 km |
| Satamba | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Wanzloli | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Pichadoli | East | 4.05 km |
| Kharavate | North | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandivane
Chandivane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chandivane is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Chandivane is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandivane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandivane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandivane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandivane 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 Chandivane
Where is Chandivane located?
Chandivane village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandivane?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandivane is Sukondi.
What is the pincode of Chandivane?
The pincode of Chandivane is 415712.
What is the population of Chandivane?
Chandivane had a total population of 148, including 56 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Chandivane?
Chandivane had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandivane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandivane was 56.06%. Male literacy was 59.18% and female literacy was 54.22%.