Chavhatawadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Chavhatawadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Jaitapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chavhatawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chavhatawadi is 566037. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 415805 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chavhatawadi 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 Chavhatawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chavhatawadi village had a total population of 201 people, including 96 males and 105 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.72%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 91.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 5 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Chavhatawadi
Chavhatawadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anantwadi | East | 0.73 km |
| Agarwadi | East | 1.75 km |
| Kuveshi | South | 2.07 km |
| Bandhawadi | West | 2.16 km |
| Juve Jaitapur | East | 2.64 km |
| Nate | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Bhandar Sakhari | South | 2.94 km |
| Waghran | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Dhaulvali | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Ambolgad | West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chavhatawadi
Public transport in the Chavhatawadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rajapur to Chavhatawadi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Chavhatawadi is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chavhatawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chavhatawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chavhatawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chavhatawadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chavhatawadi
Where is Chavhatawadi located?
Chavhatawadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chavhatawadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chavhatawadi is Jaitapur.
What is the pincode of Chavhatawadi?
The pincode of Chavhatawadi is 415805.
What is the population of Chavhatawadi?
Chavhatawadi had a total population of 201, including 96 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Chavhatawadi?
Chavhatawadi had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chavhatawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chavhatawadi was 95.72%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 91.67%.