Sutarwadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Sutarwadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Chunakolavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sutarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutarwadi is 566164. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 415643 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sutarwadi 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 Sutarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sutarwadi village had a total population of 338 people, including 130 males and 208 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.80%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 74.48%.
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 | 338 | 130 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 98 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 32 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sutarwadi
Sutarwadi 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 Sutarwadi
Public transport in the Sutarwadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sutarwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Sutarwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Sutarwadi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sutarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutarwadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sutarwadi
Where is Sutarwadi located?
Sutarwadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sutarwadi is Chunakolavan.
What is the pincode of Sutarwadi?
The pincode of Sutarwadi is 415643.
What is the population of Sutarwadi?
Sutarwadi had a total population of 338, including 130 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Sutarwadi?
Sutarwadi had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutarwadi was 79.80%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 74.48%.