Kharepatan - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Kharepatan is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Kharepatan village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharepatan is 566396. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 416703 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kharepatan 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 Kharepatan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharepatan village had a total population of 2,104 people, including 1,043 males and 1,061 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 88.01% and female literacy at 81.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 2,104 | 1,043 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 117 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 97 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,595 | 815 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 228 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Kharepatan
Kharepatan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharepatan
Kharepatan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kharepatan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Kharepatan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Kharepatan 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 Kharepatan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharepatan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharepatan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharepatan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharepatan
Where is Kharepatan located?
Kharepatan village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kharepatan?
Kharepatan is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharepatan?
The pincode of Kharepatan is 416703.
What is the population of Kharepatan?
Kharepatan had a total population of 2,104, including 1,043 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Kharepatan?
Kharepatan had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharepatan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharepatan was 84.62%. Male literacy was 88.01% and female literacy was 81.33%.