Bhelsai - Khed, Ratnagiri
Bhelsai is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Bhelsai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhelsai is 565154. The village covers a total geographical area of 1657.62 hectares and falls under the 415605 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhelsai 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 Bhelsai
According to the 2011 Census, Bhelsai village had a total population of 533 people, including 229 males and 304 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,328 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.85%, with male literacy at 92.49% and female literacy at 58.33%.
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 | 533 | 229 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 197 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 32 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Bhelsai
Bhelsai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhelsai
Bhelsai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhelsai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Bhelsai is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhelsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhelsai 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 Bhelsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhelsai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhelsai
Where is Bhelsai located?
Bhelsai village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bhelsai?
Bhelsai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhelsai?
The pincode of Bhelsai is 415605.
What is the population of Bhelsai?
Bhelsai had a total population of 533, including 229 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Bhelsai?
Bhelsai had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhelsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhelsai was 72.85%. Male literacy was 92.49% and female literacy was 58.33%.