Varchiwadi (Moor) - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Varchiwadi (Moor) is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kolambe serves as the Village Panchayat for Varchiwadi (Moor) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varchiwadi (Moor) is 566226. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.89 hectares and falls under the 416704 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Varchiwadi (Moor) 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 Varchiwadi (Moor)
According to the 2011 Census, Varchiwadi (Moor) village had a total population of 344 people, including 160 males and 184 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.29%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 58.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 344 | 160 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 124 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 36 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Varchiwadi (Moor)
Varchiwadi (Moor) 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 Varchiwadi (Moor)
Public transport in the Varchiwadi (Moor) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Varchiwadi (Moor) is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Varchiwadi (Moor) is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varchiwadi (Moor)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varchiwadi (Moor) 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 Varchiwadi (Moor)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varchiwadi (Moor) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Varchiwadi (Moor)
Where is Varchiwadi (Moor) located?
Varchiwadi (Moor) village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Varchiwadi (Moor)?
The Village Panchayat of Varchiwadi (Moor) is Kolambe.
What is the pincode of Varchiwadi (Moor)?
The pincode of Varchiwadi (Moor) is 416704.
What is the population of Varchiwadi (Moor)?
Varchiwadi (Moor) had a total population of 344, including 160 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Varchiwadi (Moor)?
Varchiwadi (Moor) had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varchiwadi (Moor)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varchiwadi (Moor) was 71.29%. Male literacy was 86.11% and female literacy was 58.43%.