Palawani
About Palawani
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palawani village is 564756. Palawani village is located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 189km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Palvani is the gram panchayat of Palawani village.
The total geographical area of village is 747 hectares. Palawani has a total population of 565 peoples, out of which male population is 268 while female population is 297. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1108 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palawani village is 62.83% out of which 71.64% males and 54.88% females are literate. There are about 172 houses in palawani village. Pincode of palawani village locality is 415712.
When it comes to administration, Palawani village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palawani village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Khed is nearest town to palawani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Palawani
The population details of Palawani cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 268 | 297 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 192 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 76 | 134 |
Connectivity of Palawani
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palawani
Where is Palawani located?
Palawani village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Palawani is Palvani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palawani?
The pincode of Palawani is 415712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palawani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palawani is 565, with 268 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Palawani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palawani village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palawani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palawani is 62.83%. The male literacy rate is 71.64%, while the female literacy rate is 54.88%.