Vilavade
Vilavade 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, Vilavde is the gram panchayat of Vilavade village.
Here you can discover what makes Vilavade unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Vilavade’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 Vilavade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vilavade is 565982. The village spans a total geographical area of 1034 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Vilavade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vilavade 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 Vilavade
Population of Vilavade
According to the 2011 Census, Vilavade has a total population of about 1,091, with approximately 512 males and 579 females. The sex ratio is around 1130 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.07%, with male literacy at about 83.98% and female literacy near 67.18%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vilavade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,091 | 512 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 17 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 819 | 430 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 82 | 190 |
Connectivity of Vilavade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vilavade. As per the 2011 stats, Vilavade had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Vilavade
Knowing the nearby villages of Vilavade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vilavade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vilavade
- Where is Vilavade located?
- Vilavade village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vilavade?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vilavade is Vilavde (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vilavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vilavade is 1,091, with 512 males and 579 females.
- How many households are there in Vilavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vilavade village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vilavade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vilavade is 75.07%. The male literacy rate is 83.98%, while the female literacy rate is 67.18%.