Dattawadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Dattawadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dattawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dattawadi is 566088. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.76 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dattawadi 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 Dattawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dattawadi village had a total population of 311 people, including 146 males and 165 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.18%, with male literacy at 91.79% and female literacy at 73.05%.
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 | 311 | 146 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 12 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 123 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 23 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Dattawadi
Dattawadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dattawadi
Public transport in the Dattawadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dattawadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Dattawadi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dattawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dattawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dattawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dattawadi 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 Dattawadi
Where is Dattawadi located?
Dattawadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dattawadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dattawadi is Dangar.
What is the pincode of Dattawadi?
The pincode of Dattawadi is 416702.
What is the population of Dattawadi?
Dattawadi had a total population of 311, including 146 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Dattawadi?
Dattawadi had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dattawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dattawadi was 82.18%. Male literacy was 91.79% and female literacy was 73.05%.