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
According to the 2011 Census, Wanivade village had a total population of 811 people, including 379 males and 432 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.58%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 78.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 379 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 811, including 379 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Wanivade?
Wanivade had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wanivade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanivade was 85.58%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 78.55%.