Pajavewadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Pajavewadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Soundal serves as the Village Panchayat for Pajavewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pajavewadi is 566182. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 416704 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pajavewadi 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 Pajavewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pajavewadi village had a total population of 279 people, including 127 males and 152 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,197 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.41%, with male literacy at 83.48% and female literacy at 64.96%.
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 | 279 | 127 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 31 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Pajavewadi
Pajavewadi 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 Pajavewadi
Public transport in the Pajavewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pajavewadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Pajavewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Pajavewadi 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 Pajavewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pajavewadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pajavewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pajavewadi 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 Pajavewadi
Where is Pajavewadi located?
Pajavewadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pajavewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Pajavewadi is Soundal.
What is the pincode of Pajavewadi?
The pincode of Pajavewadi is 416704.
What is the population of Pajavewadi?
Pajavewadi had a total population of 279, including 127 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Pajavewadi?
Pajavewadi had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pajavewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pajavewadi was 73.41%. Male literacy was 83.48% and female literacy was 64.96%.