Saundale - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Saundale is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Saundale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundale is 566242. The village covers a total geographical area of 1515.66 hectares and falls under the 416804 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Saundale 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 Saundale
As per Census 2011, Saundale village has a total population of 1,939 people, consisting of 942 males and 997 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,499 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saundale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,939 | 942 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 114 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 778 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 164 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Saundale
Saundale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasaba Waghotan | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Tirlot | West | 2.91 km |
| Wadachivari | North | 2.98 km |
| Ingalwadi | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Mouje Waghotan | East | 3.12 km |
| Wadaker Poi | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Padel | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Wadapalye | North | 4.33 km |
| Nadan | South | 4.42 km |
| Thakurwadi | North-West | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saundale
Saundale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 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 Saundale is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Saundale is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saundale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saundale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundale 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 Saundale
Where is Saundale located?
Saundale village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saundale?
Saundale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saundale?
The pincode of Saundale is 416804.
What is the population of Saundale?
Saundale has a total population of 1,939, including 942 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Saundale?
There are 414 households in Saundale.
What is the literacy rate in Saundale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundale is 77.31%. Male literacy is 82.59% and female literacy is 72.32%.