Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dhopawe serves as the Village Panchayat for Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave is 565356. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 415703 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave 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 Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave
According to the 2011 Census, Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave village had a total population of 931 people, including 440 males and 491 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.48%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 63.10%.
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 | 931 | 440 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 327 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 113 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave
Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetale | West | 0.97 km |
| Dhopave | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Navase | North | 1.92 km |
| Sakhari Trishul | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Bhati | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Gudaghe | East | 2.85 km |
| Navanagar | West | 2.89 km |
| Derde | North | 3.07 km |
| Palkot Sakhari Trishul | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Sakhari Kh. | South | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave
Public transport in the Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave 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 105.1 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 Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave 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 Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave
Where is Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave located?
Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave?
The Village Panchayat of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave is Dhopawe.
What is the pincode of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave?
The pincode of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave is 415703.
What is the population of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave?
Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave had a total population of 931, including 440 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave?
Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave was 73.48%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 63.10%.