Veral Tarf Natu - Mandangad, Ratnagiri
Veral Tarf Natu is a village situated in the Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandangad and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Unhavare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veral Tarf Natu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veral Tarf Natu is 564753. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 415208 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Veral Tarf Natu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veral Tarf Natu
As per Census 2011, Veral Tarf Natu village has a total population of 590 people, consisting of 322 males and 268 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veral Tarf Natu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 322 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 94 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 272 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 50 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Veral Tarf Natu
Veral Tarf Natu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahimbe | North | 2.10 km |
| Kangavai | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Dattanagar | East | 2.30 km |
| Vadavali | North | 2.71 km |
| Tondali | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Jambulnagar | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Palawani | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Kalanagar | South | 3.93 km |
| Virsai | West | 4.10 km |
| Konhavali | North-West | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veral Tarf Natu
Veral Tarf Natu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khed to Veral Tarf Natu is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Veral Tarf Natu is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veral Tarf Natu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veral Tarf Natu 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 Veral Tarf Natu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veral Tarf Natu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veral Tarf Natu
Where is Veral Tarf Natu located?
Veral Tarf Natu village is located in Mandangad Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veral Tarf Natu?
The Gram Panchayat of Veral Tarf Natu is Unhavare.
What is the pincode of Veral Tarf Natu?
The pincode of Veral Tarf Natu is 415208.
What is the population of Veral Tarf Natu?
Veral Tarf Natu has a total population of 590, including 322 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Veral Tarf Natu?
There are 123 households in Veral Tarf Natu.
What is the literacy rate in Veral Tarf Natu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veral Tarf Natu is 78.31%. Male literacy is 84.47% and female literacy is 70.90%.