Prabhuwadi - Khed, Ratnagiri
Prabhuwadi is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Chinchaghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prabhuwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prabhuwadi is 564984. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.99 hectares and falls under the 415709 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Prabhuwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prabhuwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Prabhuwadi village had a total population of 1,193 people, including 581 males and 612 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.32%, with male literacy at 94.18% and female literacy at 80.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 1,193 | 581 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 502 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 79 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Prabhuwadi
Prabhuwadi 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 Prabhuwadi
Prabhuwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Prabhuwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khed to Prabhuwadi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Prabhuwadi is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prabhuwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prabhuwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Prabhuwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prabhuwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Prabhuwadi
Where is Prabhuwadi located?
Prabhuwadi village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prabhuwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Prabhuwadi is Chinchaghar.
What is the pincode of Prabhuwadi?
The pincode of Prabhuwadi is 415709.
What is the population of Prabhuwadi?
Prabhuwadi had a total population of 1,193, including 581 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Prabhuwadi?
Prabhuwadi had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prabhuwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prabhuwadi was 87.32%. Male literacy was 94.18% and female literacy was 80.91%.