Saldure - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Saldure is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 168 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Asud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saldure village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saldure is 564875. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.98 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Saldure 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 Saldure
According to the 2011 Census, Saldure village had a total population of 356 people, including 181 males and 175 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.01%, with male literacy at 98.20% and female literacy at 87.65%.
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 | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 164 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Saldure
Saldure 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambavali Kh. | East | 1.14 km |
| Murud | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Waghave | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Adkhal | North | 3.00 km |
| Asud | East | 3.04 km |
| Kalambat | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Karde | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Pandhari | North | 4.85 km |
| Sarang | East | 5.14 km |
| Vanand | East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saldure
Saldure 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 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Saldure is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Saldure is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saldure
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saldure village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saldure
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saldure village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saldure
Where is Saldure located?
Saldure village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saldure?
The Gram Panchayat of Saldure is Asud.
What is the pincode of Saldure?
The pincode of Saldure is 415712.
What is the population of Saldure?
Saldure had a total population of 356, including 181 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Saldure?
Saldure had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saldure?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saldure was 93.01%. Male literacy was 98.20% and female literacy was 87.65%.