Kharviwada Varvade - Ratnagiri
Kharviwada Varvade is a village situated in the Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 56 km from Ratnagiri, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jambhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharviwada Varvade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharviwada Varvade is 565485. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 415620 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Kharviwada Varvade 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 Kharviwada Varvade
As per Census 2011, Kharviwada Varvade village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 457 males and 455 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharviwada Varvade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 457 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 379 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 78 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Kharviwada Varvade
Kharviwada Varvade 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 Kharviwada Varvade
Kharviwada Varvade 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 >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 Kharviwada Varvade is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharviwada Varvade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharviwada Varvade 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 Kharviwada Varvade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharviwada Varvade 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kharviwada Varvade
Where is Kharviwada Varvade located?
Kharviwada Varvade village is located in Ratnagiri Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharviwada Varvade?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharviwada Varvade is Jambhari.
What is the pincode of Kharviwada Varvade?
The pincode of Kharviwada Varvade is 415620.
What is the population of Kharviwada Varvade?
Kharviwada Varvade has a total population of 912, including 457 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Kharviwada Varvade?
There are 228 households in Kharviwada Varvade.
What is the literacy rate in Kharviwada Varvade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharviwada Varvade is 74.01%. Male literacy is 82.93% and female literacy is 65.05%.