Ganganwadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Ganganwadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Raipatan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganganwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganwadi is 566214. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.55 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ganganwadi 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 Ganganwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ganganwadi village had a total population of 284 people, including 116 males and 168 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,448 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.05%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 86.79%.
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 | 284 | 116 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 105 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 11 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganwadi
Ganganwadi 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 Ganganwadi
Ganganwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ganganwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Ganganwadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ganganwadi is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganganwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ganganwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganganwadi 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 Ganganwadi
Where is Ganganwadi located?
Ganganwadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganganwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganganwadi is Raipatan.
What is the pincode of Ganganwadi?
The pincode of Ganganwadi is 416702.
What is the population of Ganganwadi?
Ganganwadi had a total population of 284, including 116 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Ganganwadi?
Ganganwadi had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganwadi was 92.05%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 86.79%.