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
According to the 2011 Census, Narduve village had a total population of 716 people, including 311 males and 405 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,302 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.74%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 51.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 716 | 311 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 716, including 311 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Narduve?
Narduve had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narduve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narduve was 64.74%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 51.21%.