Wave Tarf Khed - Khed, Ratnagiri
Wave Tarf Khed is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Wave T Khed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wave Tarf Khed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wave Tarf Khed is 565182. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.62 hectares and falls under the 415718 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Wave Tarf Khed 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 Wave Tarf Khed
As per Census 2011, Wave Tarf Khed village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 97 males and 83 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 35 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wave Tarf Khed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Wave Tarf Khed
Wave Tarf Khed 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 Wave Tarf Khed
Wave Tarf Khed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Wave Tarf Khed is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Wave Tarf Khed is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wave Tarf Khed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wave Tarf Khed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wave Tarf Khed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wave Tarf Khed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wave Tarf Khed
Where is Wave Tarf Khed located?
Wave Tarf Khed village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wave Tarf Khed?
The Gram Panchayat of Wave Tarf Khed is Wave T Khed.
What is the pincode of Wave Tarf Khed?
The pincode of Wave Tarf Khed is 415718.
What is the population of Wave Tarf Khed?
Wave Tarf Khed has a total population of 180, including 97 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Wave Tarf Khed?
There are 42 households in Wave Tarf Khed.
What is the literacy rate in Wave Tarf Khed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wave Tarf Khed is 80.56%. Male literacy is 84.54% and female literacy is 75.90%.