Maral - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Maral is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 98 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Maral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maral is 565829. The village covers a total geographical area of 1509.47 hectares and falls under the 415804 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Maral 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 Maral
As per Census 2011, Maral village has a total population of 919 people, consisting of 438 males and 481 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 438 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 342 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 96 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Maral
Maral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonarwadi | West | 2.81 km |
| Bamnoli | East | 3.12 km |
| Angavali | West | 3.73 km |
| Nivdhe | South | 3.93 km |
| Nigudwadi | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Bondye | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Gothane | North | 4.76 km |
| Karandewadi | East | 5.06 km |
| Ninave | South | 5.54 km |
| Khadi Kolvan | East | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maral
Maral 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 56.1 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 Maral is about 57 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 Maral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maral 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 Maral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maral 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 Maral
Where is Maral located?
Maral village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maral?
Maral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maral?
The pincode of Maral is 415804.
What is the population of Maral?
Maral has a total population of 919, including 438 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Maral?
There are 238 households in Maral.
What is the literacy rate in Maral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maral is 70.08%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 62.79%.