Rautwadi
Rautwadi is a village located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Dewachegothane is the gram panchayat of Rautwadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Rautwadi unique in its vibrant Rajapur-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Rautwadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rautwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rautwadi is 566033. The village spans a total geographical area of 709 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Rautwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rautwadi 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 Rautwadi
Population of Rautwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Rautwadi has a total population of about 1,056, with approximately 421 males and 635 females. The sex ratio is around 1508 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.42%, with male literacy at about 78.15% and female literacy near 60.31%. There are around 290 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rautwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | 421 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 329 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 92 | 252 |
Connectivity of Rautwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rautwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Rautwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rautwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Rautwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rautwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rautwadi
- Where is Rautwadi located?
- Rautwadi village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rautwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rautwadi is Dewachegothane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Rautwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rautwadi is 1,056, with 421 males and 635 females.
- How many households are there in Rautwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rautwadi village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rautwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rautwadi is 67.42%. The male literacy rate is 78.15%, while the female literacy rate is 60.31%.