Mond - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Mond is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Mond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mond is 566252. The village covers a total geographical area of 1133 hectares and falls under the 416623 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mond 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 Mond
As per Census 2011, Mond village has a total population of 1,564 people, consisting of 768 males and 796 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 768 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 73 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 636 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 132 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Mond
Mond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchwad | West | 1.57 km |
| Mondpar | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Malegaon | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Tembavali | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Kalvi | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Talavade | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Wanivade | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Virwadi | West | 4.15 km |
| Baparde | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Talebajar | South-East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mond
Mond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 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 Rajapur to Mond is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Mond is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mond
Where is Mond located?
Mond village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mond?
Mond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mond?
The pincode of Mond is 416623.
What is the population of Mond?
Mond has a total population of 1,564, including 768 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Mond?
There are 340 households in Mond.
What is the literacy rate in Mond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mond is 77.88%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 73.12%.