Nawale Wadi - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Nawale Wadi is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Wayangane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawale Wadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawale Wadi is 565816. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.2 hectares and falls under the 415804 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Nawale Wadi 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 Nawale Wadi
According to the 2011 Census, Nawale Wadi village had a total population of 382 people, including 186 males and 196 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.85%, with male literacy at 80.86% and female literacy at 61.88%.
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 | 382 | 186 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 55 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Nawale Wadi
Nawale Wadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kirduve | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Vayangane | West | 1.48 km |
| Marathewadi | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Tulsani | North | 2.59 km |
| Kotharwadi | West | 3.13 km |
| Pangri | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Kondran | East | 3.40 km |
| Agarewadi | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Thombarewadi | South | 3.53 km |
| Kasheli | South-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawale Wadi
Nawale Wadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nawale Wadi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawale Wadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawale Wadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawale Wadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawale Wadi 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 Nawale Wadi
Where is Nawale Wadi located?
Nawale Wadi village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawale Wadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawale Wadi is Wayangane.
What is the pincode of Nawale Wadi?
The pincode of Nawale Wadi is 415804.
What is the population of Nawale Wadi?
Nawale Wadi had a total population of 382, including 186 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Nawale Wadi?
Nawale Wadi had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawale Wadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawale Wadi was 70.85%. Male literacy was 80.86% and female literacy was 61.88%.