Wanivade - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Wanivade is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Wanivade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanivade is 566273. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.21 hectares and falls under the 416613 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Wanivade 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 Wanivade
As per Census 2011, Wanivade village has a total population of 811 people, consisting of 379 males and 432 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wanivade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 379 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 623 | 319 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 60 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Wanivade
Wanivade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pavnai | East | 1.91 km |
| Baparde | North | 1.96 km |
| Mondpar | West | 2.30 km |
| Juveshwar | North | 3.01 km |
| Rahateshwar | East | 3.18 km |
| Mond | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Talavade | South | 3.82 km |
| Tembavali | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Bagatalavade | South | 4.11 km |
| Talebajar | South | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wanivade
Wanivade 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 69.1 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 Rajapur to Wanivade is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Wanivade is about 58 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 Wanivade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wanivade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wanivade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wanivade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wanivade
Where is Wanivade located?
Wanivade village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wanivade?
Wanivade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wanivade?
The pincode of Wanivade is 416613.
What is the population of Wanivade?
Wanivade has a total population of 811, including 379 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Wanivade?
There are 168 households in Wanivade.
What is the literacy rate in Wanivade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanivade is 76.82%. Male literacy is 84.17% and female literacy is 70.37%.