Narduve - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Narduve is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Narduve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narduve is 565683. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 415608 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Narduve 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 Narduve
As per Census 2011, Narduve village has a total population of 716 people, consisting of 311 males and 405 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,302 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narduve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 311 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 225 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 86 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Narduve
Narduve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asave | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Purye Tarf Savarde | North | 2.28 km |
| Pedhambe | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Devpat | West | 3.07 km |
| Kase | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Dhamapur Tarf Sangameshwar | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Veer | West | 4.32 km |
| Mavalange | East | 4.47 km |
| Ambet | East | 4.90 km |
| Kalambushi | North | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narduve
Public transport in the Narduve is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Narduve is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Narduve is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narduve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narduve 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 Narduve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narduve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narduve
Where is Narduve located?
Narduve village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narduve?
Narduve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narduve?
The pincode of Narduve is 415608.
What is the population of Narduve?
Narduve has a total population of 716, including 311 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Narduve?
There are 163 households in Narduve.
What is the literacy rate in Narduve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narduve is 57.96%. Male literacy is 72.35% and female literacy is 46.91%.