Mithbaon - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Mithbaon is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Mithbav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mithbaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mithbaon is 566326. The village covers a total geographical area of 1336.19 hectares and falls under the 416615 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mithbaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mithbaon
As per Census 2011, Mithbaon village has a total population of 2,241 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,151 females. The village has 636 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,951 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mithbaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,090 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,951 | 970 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 120 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Mithbaon
Mithbaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagamala | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Tambaldeg | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Morve | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Hindale | South | 2.54 km |
| Naringre | East | 3.32 km |
| Katvan | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Dahibaon | North | 4.48 km |
| Katwaneshwar | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Poyare | South-East | 5.74 km |
| Munage | South | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mithbaon
Mithbaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 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 Malwan to Mithbaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Mithbaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mithbaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mithbaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mithbaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mithbaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mithbaon
Where is Mithbaon located?
Mithbaon village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mithbaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mithbaon is Mithbav.
What is the pincode of Mithbaon?
The pincode of Mithbaon is 416615.
What is the population of Mithbaon?
Mithbaon has a total population of 2,241, including 1,090 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Mithbaon?
There are 636 households in Mithbaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mithbaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mithbaon is 87.06%. Male literacy is 88.99% and female literacy is 85.23%.