Guravwadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Guravwadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Talavade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guravwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guravwadi is 566213. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Guravwadi 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 Guravwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Guravwadi village had a total population of 345 people, including 170 males and 175 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.62%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 69.33%.
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 | 345 | 170 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 141 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 29 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Guravwadi
Guravwadi 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 Guravwadi
Guravwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Guravwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Guravwadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Guravwadi is about 85 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 Guravwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guravwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Guravwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guravwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Guravwadi
Where is Guravwadi located?
Guravwadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guravwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Guravwadi is Talavade.
What is the pincode of Guravwadi?
The pincode of Guravwadi is 416702.
What is the population of Guravwadi?
Guravwadi had a total population of 345, including 170 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Guravwadi?
Guravwadi had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guravwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guravwadi was 79.62%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 69.33%.