Dhopeshwar
About Dhopeshwar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhopeshwar village is 566140. Dhopeshwar village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Dhopeshwar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1357 hectares. Dhopeshwar has a total population of 1,693 peoples, out of which male population is 819 while female population is 874. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1067 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhopeshwar village is 71.65% out of which 80.46% males and 63.39% females are literate. There are about 368 houses in dhopeshwar village. Pincode of dhopeshwar village locality is 416702.
When it comes to administration, Dhopeshwar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhopeshwar village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to dhopeshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Dhopeshwar
The population details of Dhopeshwar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,693 | 819 | 874 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 659 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 160 | 320 |
Connectivity of Dhopeshwar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhopeshwar
Where is Dhopeshwar located?
Dhopeshwar village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhopeshwar?
Dhopeshwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhopeshwar?
The pincode of Dhopeshwar is 416702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhopeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhopeshwar is 1,693, with 819 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Dhopeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhopeshwar village has a total of 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhopeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhopeshwar is 71.65%. The male literacy rate is 80.46%, while the female literacy rate is 63.39%.