Dhundare
Dhundare is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Beni Kd is the gram panchayat of Dhundare village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhundare unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Dhundare’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhundare
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhundare is 565919. The village spans a total geographical area of 479.5 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Dhundare village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhundare village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhundare
Population of Dhundare
According to the 2011 Census, Dhundare has a total population of about 642, with approximately 316 males and 326 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.98%, with male literacy at about 71.84% and female literacy near 62.27%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhundare's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 642 | 316 | 326 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
Literate Population | 430 | 227 | 203 |
Illiterate Population | 212 | 89 | 123 |
Connectivity of Dhundare
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhundare. As per the 2011 stats, Dhundare had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhundare
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhundare helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhundare.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhundare
- Where is Dhundare located?
- Dhundare village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhundare?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhundare is Beni Kd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dhundare as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhundare is 642, with 316 males and 326 females.
- How many households are there in Dhundare as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhundare village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhundare as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhundare is 66.98%. The male literacy rate is 71.84%, while the female literacy rate is 62.27%.