Kudavale - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Kudavale is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kudavle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudavale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudavale is 564844. The village covers a total geographical area of 1565.33 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kudavale 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 Kudavale
As per Census 2011, Kudavale village has a total population of 1,503 people, consisting of 702 males and 801 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 1,141 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kudavale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,503 | 702 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 537 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 165 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Kudavale
Kudavale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadivali | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Ganpatipule | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Dhankoli | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Tangar | East | 3.68 km |
| Awashi | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Nawanagar | South | 4.04 km |
| Matwan | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Bhangar | South | 4.07 km |
| Velvi | West | 4.13 km |
| Kalanagar | North-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kudavale
Public transport in the Kudavale 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 83.6 km.
| 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 Kudavale is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Kudavale 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 Kudavale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudavale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kudavale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudavale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kudavale
Where is Kudavale located?
Kudavale village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudavale?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudavale is Kudavle.
What is the pincode of Kudavale?
The pincode of Kudavale is 415712.
What is the population of Kudavale?
Kudavale has a total population of 1,503, including 702 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Kudavale?
There are 416 households in Kudavale.
What is the literacy rate in Kudavale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudavale is 65.54%. Male literacy is 76.50% and female literacy is 55.93%.