Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Devadhe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe is 565896. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.98 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe
According to the 2011 Census, Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe village had a total population of 464 people, including 221 males and 243 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.37%, with male literacy at 88.29% and female literacy at 69.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 464 | 221 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 181 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 40 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe
Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe 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 Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe
Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe
Where is Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe located?
Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe?
The Gram Panchayat of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe is Devadhe.
What is the pincode of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe?
The pincode of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe is 416712.
What is the population of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe?
Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe had a total population of 464, including 221 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe?
Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buddhawadi Tarf Devdhe was 78.37%. Male literacy was 88.29% and female literacy was 69.33%.