Palekarwadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Palekarwadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Nanar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palekarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palekarwadi is 566071. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.5 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Palekarwadi 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 Palekarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Palekarwadi village had a total population of 353 people, including 176 males and 177 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.28%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 80.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 353 | 176 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Palekarwadi
Palekarwadi 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 Palekarwadi
Public transport in the Palekarwadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palekarwadi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Palekarwadi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palekarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palekarwadi 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 Palekarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palekarwadi 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 Palekarwadi
Where is Palekarwadi located?
Palekarwadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palekarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palekarwadi is Nanar.
What is the pincode of Palekarwadi?
The pincode of Palekarwadi is 416702.
What is the population of Palekarwadi?
Palekarwadi had a total population of 353, including 176 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Palekarwadi?
Palekarwadi had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palekarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palekarwadi was 86.28%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 80.12%.