Munage - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Munage is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Munge serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munage village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munage is 566330. The village covers a total geographical area of 1200 hectares and falls under the 416630 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Munage 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 Munage
As per Census 2011, Munage village has a total population of 1,883 people, consisting of 920 males and 963 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,558 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munage are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,883 | 920 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,558 | 788 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 132 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Munage
Munage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parwadi | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Dongrewadi | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Hindale | North | 3.34 km |
| Gaudwadi | South | 4.28 km |
| Poyare | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Varachiwadi | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Morve | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Jamdul | South | 5.16 km |
| Hirlewadi | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Aparadhwadi | East | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munage
Munage is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Munage is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Munage is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munage village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Munage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munage village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Munage
Where is Munage located?
Munage village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munage?
The Gram Panchayat of Munage is Munge.
What is the pincode of Munage?
The pincode of Munage is 416630.
What is the population of Munage?
Munage has a total population of 1,883, including 920 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Munage?
There are 461 households in Munage.
What is the literacy rate in Munage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munage is 82.74%. Male literacy is 85.65% and female literacy is 79.96%.