Malewadi
Malewadi is a village located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Adavali is the gram panchayat of Malewadi village.
Malewadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Malewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malewadi is 566195. The village spans a total geographical area of 187.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416704. Rajapur is nearest town to Malewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malewadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Malewadi
Population of Malewadi
Below is a concise population overview of Malewadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 102 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 25 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malewadi village:
- The total population of Malewadi village is around 247, including approximately 102 males and 145 females, with a sex ratio of 1421 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Malewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malewadi village has 31 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Malewadi village is about 61.13%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 51.03%.
- There are around 70 households in Malewadi village.
Connectivity of Malewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Malewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Malewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Malewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malewadi
- Where is Malewadi located?
- Malewadi village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malewadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malewadi is Adavali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malewadi?
- The pincode of Malewadi is 416704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malewadi is 247, with 102 males and 145 females.
- How many households are there in Malewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malewadi village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malewadi is 61.13%. The male literacy rate is 75.49%, while the female literacy rate is 51.03%.