Pandhari - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Pandhari is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 191 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Paj Pandhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandhari is 564828. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.7 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pandhari 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 Pandhari
As per Census 2011, Pandhari village has a total population of 5,780 people, consisting of 2,752 males and 3,028 females. The village has 1,128 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,295 literate and 2,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,780 | 2,752 | 3,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 327 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,369 | 2,560 | 2,809 |
| Literate Population | 3,295 | 1,876 | 1,419 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,485 | 876 | 1,609 |
Nearby Villages of Pandhari
Pandhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adkhal | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Murdi | North | 2.08 km |
| Anjarla | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Waghave | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Satamba | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Tadachakond | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Borthal | North | 4.02 km |
| Sukondi | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Lonvadi | North | 4.51 km |
| Saldure | South | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pandhari
The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Pandhari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Pandhari is about 191 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Pandhari
Where is Pandhari located?
Pandhari village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandhari is Paj Pandhari.
What is the pincode of Pandhari?
The pincode of Pandhari is 415712.
What is the population of Pandhari?
Pandhari has a total population of 5,780, including 2,752 males and 3,028 females.
How many households are there in Pandhari?
There are 1,128 households in Pandhari.
What is the literacy rate in Pandhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandhari is 57.01%. Male literacy is 68.17% and female literacy is 46.86%.