Watad
Watad is a village located in Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Ratnagiri (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Watad village is also a gram panchayat.
Watad has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Watad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watad is 565493. The village spans a total geographical area of 1678 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Watad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
When it comes to local governance, Watad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Watad
Population of Watad
Below is a concise population overview of Watad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,687 | 1,687 | 2,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 180 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 235 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,814 | 1,418 | 1,396 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 269 | 604 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Watad village:
- The total population of Watad village is around 3,687, including approximately 1,687 males and 2,000 females, with a sex ratio of 1185 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 376 children aged 0–6 years in Watad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Watad village has 518 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Watad village is about 76.32%, with male literacy at 84.05% and female literacy at 69.80%.
- There are around 903 households in Watad village.
Connectivity of Watad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watad. As per the 2011 stats, Watad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Watad
Knowing the nearby villages of Watad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watad
- Where is Watad located?
- Watad village is situated in Ratnagiri Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Watad?
- Watad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Watad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watad is 3,687, with 1,687 males and 2,000 females.
- How many households are there in Watad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Watad village has a total of 903 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Watad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watad is 76.32%. The male literacy rate is 84.05%, while the female literacy rate is 69.80%.