Vadavli - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Vadavli is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 194 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Vadavli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadavli is 564866. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.86 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vadavli 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 Vadavli
As per Census 2011, Vadavli village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 201 males and 215 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadavli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 201 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 165 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 36 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Vadavli
Vadavli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganpatipule | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Hatip | East | 2.08 km |
| Tangar | North | 2.68 km |
| Matwan | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Shirsoli | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Pachavali | South | 3.38 km |
| Sondeghar | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Nawanagar | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Kudavale | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Vanoshi Tarf Natu | South-East | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadavli
Public transport in the Vadavli 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 82.9 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 Vadavli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Vadavli is about 194 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadavli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadavli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vadavli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadavli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadavli
Where is Vadavli located?
Vadavli village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadavli?
Vadavli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadavli?
The pincode of Vadavli is 415712.
What is the population of Vadavli?
Vadavli has a total population of 416, including 201 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Vadavli?
There are 108 households in Vadavli.
What is the literacy rate in Vadavli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadavli is 74.28%. Male literacy is 82.09% and female literacy is 66.98%.