Palasamkarwadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Palasamkarwadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Wadadhosol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasamkarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasamkarwadi is 566159. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 416713 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Palasamkarwadi 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 Palasamkarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Palasamkarwadi village had a total population of 800 people, including 312 males and 488 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 1,564 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.71%, with male literacy at 89.02% and female literacy at 65.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 800 | 312 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 235 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 77 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Palasamkarwadi
Palasamkarwadi 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 Palasamkarwadi
Public transport in the Palasamkarwadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Palasamkarwadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Palasamkarwadi is about 82 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 Palasamkarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasamkarwadi 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 Palasamkarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasamkarwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasamkarwadi
Where is Palasamkarwadi located?
Palasamkarwadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasamkarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasamkarwadi is Wadadhosol.
What is the pincode of Palasamkarwadi?
The pincode of Palasamkarwadi is 416713.
What is the population of Palasamkarwadi?
Palasamkarwadi had a total population of 800, including 312 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Palasamkarwadi?
Palasamkarwadi had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasamkarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasamkarwadi was 74.71%. Male literacy was 89.02% and female literacy was 65.97%.