Varachiwadi Goval - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Varachiwadi Goval is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 78.5 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Goval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varachiwadi Goval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varachiwadi Goval is 566151. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.4 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 6.5 km away.
Varachiwadi Goval 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 Varachiwadi Goval
According to the 2011 Census, Varachiwadi Goval village had a total population of 590 people, including 248 males and 342 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,379 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.65%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 73.10%.
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 | 590 | 248 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 186 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 62 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Varachiwadi Goval
Varachiwadi Goval 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 Varachiwadi Goval
Varachiwadi Goval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Varachiwadi Goval is about 6.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Varachiwadi Goval is about 78.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varachiwadi Goval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varachiwadi Goval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varachiwadi Goval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varachiwadi Goval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Varachiwadi Goval
Where is Varachiwadi Goval located?
Varachiwadi Goval village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varachiwadi Goval?
The Gram Panchayat of Varachiwadi Goval is Goval.
What is the pincode of Varachiwadi Goval?
The pincode of Varachiwadi Goval is 416702.
What is the population of Varachiwadi Goval?
Varachiwadi Goval had a total population of 590, including 248 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Varachiwadi Goval?
Varachiwadi Goval had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varachiwadi Goval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varachiwadi Goval was 77.65%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 73.10%.