Daphalewadi - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Daphalewadi is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Parchuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daphalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daphalewadi is 565386. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 415719 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Daphalewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daphalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Daphalewadi village had a total population of 260 people, including 106 males and 154 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,453 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.75%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 72.92%.
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 | 260 | 106 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 84 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 22 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Daphalewadi
Daphalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadad | South | 0.96 km |
| Parchuri Kh. | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Mundhar | South | 2.41 km |
| Waghivare | East | 2.52 km |
| Parchuri | West | 3.19 km |
| Pharare | North | 3.23 km |
| Katakiri | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bamnoli | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Wavghar | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Talavali | West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daphalewadi
Daphalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 101.6 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 Chiplun to Daphalewadi is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Daphalewadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daphalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daphalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daphalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daphalewadi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Daphalewadi
Where is Daphalewadi located?
Daphalewadi village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daphalewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Daphalewadi is Parchuri.
What is the pincode of Daphalewadi?
The pincode of Daphalewadi is 415719.
What is the population of Daphalewadi?
Daphalewadi had a total population of 260, including 106 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Daphalewadi?
Daphalewadi had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daphalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daphalewadi was 79.75%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 72.92%.