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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Maral village had a total population of 919 people, including 438 males and 481 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 70.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 919 | 438 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Maral?
Maral is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maral?
The pincode of Maral is 415804.
What is the population of Maral?
Maral had a total population of 919, including 438 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Maral?
Maral had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maral was 79.12%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 70.23%.