Palekarwadi
About Palekarwadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palekarwadi village is 566071. Palekarwadi village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Nanar is the gram panchayat of Palekarwadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 112.5 hectares. Palekarwadi has a total population of 353 peoples, out of which male population is 176 while female population is 177. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1005 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palekarwadi village is 80.17% out of which 85.23% males and 75.14% females are literate. There are about 85 houses in palekarwadi village.
When it comes to administration, Palekarwadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palekarwadi village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to palekarwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Palekarwadi
The population details of Palekarwadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 176 | 177 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Connectivity of Palekarwadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palekarwadi
Where is Palekarwadi located?
Palekarwadi village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palekarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palekarwadi is Nanar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Palekarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palekarwadi is 353, with 176 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Palekarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palekarwadi village has a total of 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palekarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palekarwadi is 80.17%. The male literacy rate is 85.23%, while the female literacy rate is 75.14%.