Deulwadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Deulwadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dewachegothane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deulwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deulwadi is 566032. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 416704 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Deulwadi 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 Deulwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Deulwadi village had a total population of 502 people, including 193 males and 309 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,601 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.50%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 68.81%.
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 | 502 | 193 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 37 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 142 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 51 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Deulwadi
Deulwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rautwadi | South | 2.02 km |
| Dasurewadi | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Juve Jaitapur | West | 2.47 km |
| Devache Gothane | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Dhaulvali | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Sogamwadi | South | 3.18 km |
| Agarwadi | West | 3.41 km |
| Dale | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Bhabalewadi | North | 3.85 km |
| Solgaon | North-East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deulwadi
Deulwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 72.4 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 Rajapur to Deulwadi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Deulwadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deulwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deulwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Deulwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deulwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deulwadi
Where is Deulwadi located?
Deulwadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deulwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Deulwadi is Dewachegothane.
What is the pincode of Deulwadi?
The pincode of Deulwadi is 416704.
What is the population of Deulwadi?
Deulwadi had a total population of 502, including 193 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Deulwadi?
Deulwadi had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deulwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deulwadi was 76.50%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 68.81%.