Phondye - Dodamarg, Sindhudurg
Phondye is a village situated in the Dodamarg tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasai and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Adali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phondye village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phondye is 566933. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.16 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Phondye village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phondye
According to the 2011 Census, Phondye village had a total population of 31 people, including 15 males and 16 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.55%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 93.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Phondye
Phondye 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalane | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Adali | North | 2.28 km |
| Dongarpal | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Netarde | West | 2.60 km |
| Ugade | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Dingne | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Morgaon | North | 4.48 km |
| Bhikekonal | East | 4.71 km |
| Sateli | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Galel | North-West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phondye
Phondye is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pernem, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sawantwadi to Phondye is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Phondye is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phondye
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phondye village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phondye
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phondye village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Phondye
Where is Phondye located?
Phondye village is located in Dodamarg Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phondye?
The Gram Panchayat of Phondye is Adali.
What is the pincode of Phondye?
The pincode of Phondye is 416511.
What is the population of Phondye?
Phondye had a total population of 31, including 15 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Phondye?
Phondye had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phondye?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phondye was 93.55%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 93.75%.