Nigade - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Nigade is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Gavhe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nigade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigade is 564899. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.34 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Nigade 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 Nigade
According to the 2011 Census, Nigade village had a total population of 752 people, including 308 males and 444 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 1,442 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.96%, with male literacy at 88.15% and female literacy at 66.26%.
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 | 752 | 308 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 238 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 70 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Nigade
Nigade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbarle | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Olgaon | South | 2.23 km |
| Walane | East | 2.41 km |
| Jalgaon | North | 2.63 km |
| Kinhal | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Gavhe | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Karajgaon | West | 3.16 km |
| Sadavali | East | 3.67 km |
| Brahmanwadi | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Nante | South | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nigade
Public transport in the Nigade is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nigade is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Nigade is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nigade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nigade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nigade
Where is Nigade located?
Nigade village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigade?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigade is Gavhe.
What is the pincode of Nigade?
The pincode of Nigade is 415712.
What is the population of Nigade?
Nigade had a total population of 752, including 308 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Nigade?
Nigade had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nigade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigade was 74.96%. Male literacy was 88.15% and female literacy was 66.26%.