Pophalwane - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Pophalwane is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Pophalavne serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pophalwane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pophalwane is 564957. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.84 hectares and falls under the 415711 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pophalwane 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 Pophalwane
According to the 2011 Census, Pophalwane village had a total population of 1,272 people, including 545 males and 727 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 1,334 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 87.39% and female literacy at 70.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,272 | 545 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 416 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 129 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Pophalwane
Pophalwane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talaghar | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Kondhe | West | 3.06 km |
| Sanglat | North | 3.06 km |
| Karanjali | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Katran | South | 3.21 km |
| Koregaon | East | 3.23 km |
| Mumbake | East | 3.98 km |
| Koregaon Kh. | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Pavnal | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Karjee | South-East | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pophalwane
Public transport in the Pophalwane is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Pophalwane is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Pophalwane is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pophalwane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pophalwane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pophalwane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pophalwane 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pophalwane
Where is Pophalwane located?
Pophalwane village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pophalwane?
The Gram Panchayat of Pophalwane is Pophalavne.
What is the pincode of Pophalwane?
The pincode of Pophalwane is 415711.
What is the population of Pophalwane?
Pophalwane had a total population of 1,272, including 545 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Pophalwane?
Pophalwane had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pophalwane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pophalwane was 77.64%. Male literacy was 87.39% and female literacy was 70.51%.