Miland - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Miland is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Meeland serves as the Gram Panchayat for Miland village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miland is 566228. The village covers a total geographical area of 872.65 hectares and falls under the 416704 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Miland 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 Miland
According to the 2011 Census, Miland village had a total population of 786 people, including 362 males and 424 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.79%, with male literacy at 92.45% and female literacy at 65.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 786 | 362 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 74 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 306 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 56 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Miland
Miland is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikhalewadi | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Savadav | South | 2.16 km |
| Hatade | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Nerle | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Moor | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Talvade | North | 3.89 km |
| Tiravade Tarf Soundal | East | 4.12 km |
| Pahiliwadi | West | 4.73 km |
| Ajivali | South | 4.96 km |
| Jawalethar | South-West | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Miland
Miland is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| 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 Miland is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Miland is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Miland
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miland village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Miland
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Miland 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Miland
Where is Miland located?
Miland village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Miland?
The Gram Panchayat of Miland is Meeland.
What is the pincode of Miland?
The pincode of Miland is 416704.
What is the population of Miland?
Miland had a total population of 786, including 362 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Miland?
Miland had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Miland?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miland was 77.79%. Male literacy was 92.45% and female literacy was 65.48%.