Dandewadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Dandewadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Ansure serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandewadi is 566065. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dandewadi 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 Dandewadi
As per Census 2011, Dandewadi village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 194 males and 195 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 194 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 8 | - |
| Literate Population | 320 | 166 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 28 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Dandewadi
Dandewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mithgavane | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Tivarambi | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Sagave | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Ansure | East | 2.58 km |
| Shirse | South | 2.68 km |
| Janashi | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Vijaydurg | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Varilwadi | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Bakale | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Karivane | South-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandewadi
Public transport in the Dandewadi 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 77.2 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 Dandewadi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Dandewadi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dandewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandewadi
Where is Dandewadi located?
Dandewadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandewadi is Ansure.
What is the pincode of Dandewadi?
The pincode of Dandewadi is 416702.
What is the population of Dandewadi?
Dandewadi has a total population of 389, including 194 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Dandewadi?
There are 114 households in Dandewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Dandewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandewadi is 82.26%. Male literacy is 85.57% and female literacy is 78.97%.