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.
Vilavade has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Vilavade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vilavade village:
- The total population of Vilavade village is around 1,091, including approximately 512 males and 579 females, with a sex ratio of 1130 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Vilavade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vilavade village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vilavade village is about 75.07%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 67.18%.
- There are around 266 households in Vilavade village.
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%.