Vervali Kh. - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Vervali Kh. is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Vervli Kd. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vervali Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vervali Kh. is 565934. The village covers a total geographical area of 716 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Vervali Kh. 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 Vervali Kh.
As per Census 2011, Vervali Kh. village has a total population of 1,474 people, consisting of 696 males and 778 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,005 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vervali Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 696 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 63 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 533 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 163 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Vervali Kh.
Vervali Kh. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Padvan | East | 2.04 km |
| Vivali | North | 2.33 km |
| Panhale | West | 2.59 km |
| Ramgaon | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Waghangaon | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Anandgaon | West | 3.37 km |
| Waked | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Dolasgaon | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Veravli Bk. | East | 3.80 km |
| Vilavade | South | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vervali Kh.
Vervali Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Vervali Kh. is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Vervali Kh. is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vervali Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vervali Kh. 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 Vervali Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vervali Kh. 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 Vervali Kh.
Where is Vervali Kh. located?
Vervali Kh. village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vervali Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Vervali Kh. is Vervli Kd..
What is the pincode of Vervali Kh.?
The pincode of Vervali Kh. is 416701.
What is the population of Vervali Kh.?
Vervali Kh. has a total population of 1,474, including 696 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Vervali Kh.?
There are 319 households in Vervali Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Vervali Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vervali Kh. is 68.18%. Male literacy is 76.58% and female literacy is 60.67%.