Musalmanwadi (Dongar) - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Musalmanwadi (Dongar) is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Soundal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musalmanwadi (Dongar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musalmanwadi (Dongar) is 566089. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Musalmanwadi (Dongar) 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 Musalmanwadi (Dongar)
As per Census 2011, Musalmanwadi (Dongar) village has a total population of 413 people, consisting of 188 males and 225 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musalmanwadi (Dongar) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 188 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 31 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Musalmanwadi (Dongar)
Musalmanwadi (Dongar) 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 Musalmanwadi (Dongar)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Musalmanwadi (Dongar).
| 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 Musalmanwadi (Dongar) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Musalmanwadi (Dongar) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musalmanwadi (Dongar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musalmanwadi (Dongar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Musalmanwadi (Dongar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musalmanwadi (Dongar) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musalmanwadi (Dongar)
Where is Musalmanwadi (Dongar) located?
Musalmanwadi (Dongar) village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musalmanwadi (Dongar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Musalmanwadi (Dongar) is Soundal.
What is the pincode of Musalmanwadi (Dongar)?
The pincode of Musalmanwadi (Dongar) is 416702.
What is the population of Musalmanwadi (Dongar)?
Musalmanwadi (Dongar) has a total population of 413, including 188 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Musalmanwadi (Dongar)?
There are 104 households in Musalmanwadi (Dongar).
What is the literacy rate in Musalmanwadi (Dongar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musalmanwadi (Dongar) is 72.64%. Male literacy is 83.51% and female literacy is 63.56%.