Turavade - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Turavade is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 172 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dehen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turavade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turavade is 564813. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.14 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Turavade 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 Turavade
According to the 2011 Census, Turavade village had a total population of 37 people, including 24 males and 13 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 542 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.44%, with male literacy at 47.83% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Turavade
Turavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandivane | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Douli | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Waghivane | West | 2.15 km |
| Wanzloli | North | 2.56 km |
| Sukondi | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Dehen | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Bhomadi | East | 3.19 km |
| Kharavate | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Ilane | West | 3.58 km |
| Borthal | South-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turavade
Turavade 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 88.1 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 Turavade is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Turavade is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turavade 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 Turavade
Where is Turavade located?
Turavade village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turavade?
The Gram Panchayat of Turavade is Dehen.
What is the pincode of Turavade?
The pincode of Turavade is 415712.
What is the population of Turavade?
Turavade had a total population of 37, including 24 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Turavade?
Turavade had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turavade was 44.44%. Male literacy was 47.83% and female literacy was 38.46%.