Holi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Holi 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 58 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holi is 566043. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 415805 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Holi 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 Holi
According to the 2011 Census, Holi village had a total population of 477 people, including 197 males and 280 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,421 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 69.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 477 | 197 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 170 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 27 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Holi
Holi 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 Holi
Holi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Holi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Holi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Holi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Holi
Where is Holi located?
Holi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holi?
The Gram Panchayat of Holi is Dale.
What is the pincode of Holi?
The pincode of Holi is 415805.
What is the population of Holi?
Holi had a total population of 477, including 197 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Holi?
Holi had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holi was 78.22%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 69.47%.