Kangavai

Kangavai is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 185km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kangvai is the gram panchayat of Kangavai village.

Kangavai has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kangavai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangavai is 564837. The village spans a total geographical area of 1252.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415712. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Kangavai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kangavai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kangavai

Below is a concise population overview of Kangavai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 857 386 471
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 36 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 137 64 73
Literate Population 572 303 269
Illiterate Population 285 83 202

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kangavai village:

  • The total population of Kangavai village is around 857, including approximately 386 males and 471 females, with a sex ratio of 1220 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Kangavai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kangavai village has 137 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kangavai village is about 66.74%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 57.11%.
  • There are around 236 households in Kangavai village.

Connectivity of Kangavai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kangavai. As per the 2011 stats, Kangavai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kangavai

Knowing the nearby villages of Kangavai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kangavai.

Kalambat Virsai Dauli Bhomadi Pichadoli Kalanagar Kadivali Velvi Revali Sakurde Dhankoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kangavai

Where is Kangavai located?
Kangavai village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangavai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangavai is Kangvai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kangavai?
The pincode of Kangavai is 415712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kangavai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangavai is 857, with 386 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Kangavai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kangavai village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kangavai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangavai is 66.74%. The male literacy rate is 78.50%, while the female literacy rate is 57.11%.