Pethwadi

Pethwadi is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 80km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Bhadakamba is the gram panchayat of Pethwadi village.

Pethwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pethwadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pethwadi is 565855. The village spans a total geographical area of 18 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Pethwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pethwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pethwadi

Below is a concise population overview of Pethwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 681 332 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 32 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 538 282 256
Illiterate Population 143 50 93

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pethwadi village:

  • The total population of Pethwadi village is around 681, including approximately 332 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Pethwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Pethwadi village is about 79.00%, with male literacy at 84.94% and female literacy at 73.35%.
  • There are around 159 households in Pethwadi village.

Connectivity of Pethwadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pethwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Pethwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pethwadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Pethwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pethwadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pethwadi

Where is Pethwadi located?
Pethwadi village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pethwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pethwadi is Bhadakamba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pethwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pethwadi is 681, with 332 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Pethwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pethwadi village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pethwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pethwadi is 79.00%. The male literacy rate is 84.94%, while the female literacy rate is 73.35%.