Dewood - Ratnagiri
Dewood is a village situated in the Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from Ratnagiri, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Devood serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewood village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewood is 565537. The village covers a total geographical area of 1517 hectares and falls under the 415620 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dewood village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewood
As per Census 2011, Dewood village has a total population of 1,925 people, consisting of 884 males and 1,041 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,310 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewood are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,925 | 884 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 109 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 676 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 208 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Dewood
Dewood is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikhalwadi | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Agarnaral | West | 2.32 km |
| Chave | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Chafe | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Bhatgaon | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Kolisare | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Bondye | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Rai | East | 4.76 km |
| Kolavali | North | 4.94 km |
| Kalzondi | West | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewood
Dewood is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ukshi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ratnagiri to Dewood is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewood
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewood 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewood
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewood village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewood
Where is Dewood located?
Dewood village is located in Ratnagiri Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewood?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewood is Devood.
What is the pincode of Dewood?
The pincode of Dewood is 415620.
What is the population of Dewood?
Dewood has a total population of 1,925, including 884 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Dewood?
There are 426 households in Dewood.
What is the literacy rate in Dewood?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewood is 68.05%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 60.90%.