Palekarwadi
Palekarwadi is a village 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.
Palekarwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palekarwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palekarwadi is 566071. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.5 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Palekarwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palekarwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palekarwadi
Population of Palekarwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Palekarwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 176 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palekarwadi village:
- The total population of Palekarwadi village is around 353, including approximately 176 males and 177 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Palekarwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palekarwadi village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palekarwadi village is about 80.17%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 75.14%.
- There are around 85 households in Palekarwadi village.
Connectivity of Palekarwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palekarwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Palekarwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Palekarwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palekarwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palekarwadi.
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%.