Douli - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Douli is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 210 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Douli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Douli is 564834. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.15 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Douli 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 Douli
According to the 2011 Census, Douli village had a total population of 358 people, including 166 males and 192 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.36%, with male literacy at 75.82% and female literacy at 58.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 358 | 166 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 116 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 50 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Douli
Douli 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 | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Kharavate | North | 2.08 km |
| Chandivane | South | 2.15 km |
| Bhomadi | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Virsai | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Wanzloli | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Dehen | South | 3.34 km |
| Waghivane | West | 3.79 km |
| Sheware | North | 4.32 km |
| Pichadoli | South-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Douli
Douli 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 86.8 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 Douli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Douli is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Douli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Douli 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 Douli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Douli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Douli
Where is Douli located?
Douli village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Douli?
Douli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Douli?
The pincode of Douli is 415712.
What is the population of Douli?
Douli had a total population of 358, including 166 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Douli?
Douli had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Douli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Douli was 66.36%. Male literacy was 75.82% and female literacy was 58.05%.