Hedavi - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Hedavi is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Hedavi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hedavi is 565435. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.83 hectares and falls under the 415728 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Hedavi 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 Hedavi
As per Census 2011, Hedavi village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 1,161 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,634 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hedavi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,049 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 108 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 863 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 186 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Hedavi
Hedavi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naravan | South | 1.82 km |
| Umarath Kh. | East | 1.85 km |
| Muslondi | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Sakhariagar | North | 2.38 km |
| Velaneshwar | North | 2.76 km |
| Umarath | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Rohile | South | 3.37 km |
| Vaghambe | East | 3.57 km |
| Karde | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Wadadai | North-East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hedavi
Hedavi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savarda, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.3 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 Chiplun to Hedavi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Hedavi 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 Hedavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hedavi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hedavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hedavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hedavi
Where is Hedavi located?
Hedavi village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hedavi?
Hedavi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hedavi?
The pincode of Hedavi is 415728.
What is the population of Hedavi?
Hedavi has a total population of 2,210, including 1,049 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Hedavi?
There are 521 households in Hedavi.
What is the literacy rate in Hedavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hedavi is 73.94%. Male literacy is 82.27% and female literacy is 66.41%.