Soveli - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Soveli is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Soveli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soveli is 564852. The village covers a total geographical area of 464 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Soveli 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 Soveli
As per Census 2011, Soveli village has a total population of 867 people, consisting of 430 males and 437 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soveli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 867 | 430 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 324 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 106 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Soveli
Soveli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatghar | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Shirsadi | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Vinhe | North | 1.96 km |
| Dr.iqubalnagar | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Bholavali | East | 2.96 km |
| Visharantinagar | South | 2.97 km |
| Dahagaon | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Mugij | West | 3.12 km |
| Visapur | South | 3.33 km |
| Dabhat | North | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soveli
Soveli 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 76.3 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 Soveli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Soveli 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 Soveli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soveli 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soveli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soveli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soveli
Where is Soveli located?
Soveli village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soveli?
Soveli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soveli?
The pincode of Soveli is 415712.
What is the population of Soveli?
Soveli has a total population of 867, including 430 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Soveli?
There are 215 households in Soveli.
What is the literacy rate in Soveli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soveli is 66.55%. Male literacy is 75.35% and female literacy is 57.89%.