Ghadewadi
Ghadewadi is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Velamb is the gram panchayat of Ghadewadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghadewadi unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Ghadewadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghadewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghadewadi is 565418. The village spans a total geographical area of 410.73 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Ghadewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghadewadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghadewadi
Population of Ghadewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ghadewadi has a total population of about 832, with approximately 342 males and 490 females. The sex ratio is around 1432 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.75%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 57.35%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghadewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 342 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 547 | 266 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 76 | 209 |
Connectivity of Ghadewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghadewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Ghadewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghadewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghadewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghadewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghadewadi
- Where is Ghadewadi located?
- Ghadewadi village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghadewadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghadewadi is Velamb (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ghadewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghadewadi is 832, with 342 males and 490 females.
- How many households are there in Ghadewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghadewadi village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghadewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghadewadi is 65.75%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 57.35%.