Chorvane - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Chorvane is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 96 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Chorvane village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorvane is 565861. The village covers a total geographical area of 1025.56 hectares and falls under the 415803 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Chorvane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorvane
According to the 2011 Census, Chorvane village had a total population of 1,400 people, including 651 males and 749 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.41%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 64.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 1,400 | 651 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 102 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 488 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 163 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Chorvane
Chorvane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanij | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Karanjari | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Chaphavali | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Sarfarewadi | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Ghativale | South | 3.60 km |
| Shirambavali | South | 3.71 km |
| Nandivali | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Kondgaon | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Khanu | West | 4.31 km |
| Ghativale Kh. | South-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorvane
Chorvane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| 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 Ratnagiri to Chorvane is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorvane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorvane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chorvane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorvane 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chorvane
Where is Chorvane located?
Chorvane village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chorvane?
Chorvane is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorvane?
The pincode of Chorvane is 415803.
What is the population of Chorvane?
Chorvane had a total population of 1,400, including 651 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Chorvane?
Chorvane had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorvane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorvane was 73.41%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 64.74%.