Karavali - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Karavali is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Karavali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karavali is 566204. The village covers a total geographical area of 988.97 hectares and falls under the 416704 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karavali 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 Karavali
As per Census 2011, Karavali village has a total population of 712 people, consisting of 303 males and 409 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,349 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karavali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 712 | 303 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 234 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 69 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Karavali
Karavali 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 Karavali
Public transport in the Karavali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Karavali is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Karavali is about 84 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 Karavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karavali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karavali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karavali
Where is Karavali located?
Karavali village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karavali?
Karavali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karavali?
The pincode of Karavali is 416704.
What is the population of Karavali?
Karavali has a total population of 712, including 303 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Karavali?
There are 195 households in Karavali.
What is the literacy rate in Karavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karavali is 67.42%. Male literacy is 77.23% and female literacy is 60.15%.