Mugij - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Mugij is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 158 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Mugij village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugij is 564850. The village covers a total geographical area of 256 hectares and falls under the 415716 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mugij 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 Mugij
As per Census 2011, Mugij village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 261 males and 309 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,183 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mugij are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 261 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 188 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 73 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Mugij
Mugij 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dr.iqubalnagar | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Bhatghar | East | 2.12 km |
| Dahagaon | North | 2.12 km |
| Shirseshwar | South | 2.26 km |
| Gharadi | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Soveli | East | 3.12 km |
| Awashi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Visapur | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Dudhere | North | 3.90 km |
| Shirsoli | South | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mugij
Mugij 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 78.0 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 Mugij is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Mugij is about 158 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 Mugij
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugij village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mugij
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugij 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mugij
Where is Mugij located?
Mugij village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugij?
Mugij is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mugij?
The pincode of Mugij is 415716.
What is the population of Mugij?
Mugij has a total population of 570, including 261 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Mugij?
There are 163 households in Mugij.
What is the literacy rate in Mugij?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugij is 66.32%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 61.49%.