More - Kudal, Sindhudurg
More is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Wados serves as the Gram Panchayat for More village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of More is 566776. The village covers a total geographical area of 962.69 hectares and falls under the 416519 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
More village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of More
According to the 2011 Census, More village had a total population of 931 people, including 455 males and 476 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.41%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 76.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 931 | 455 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 368 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 87 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of More
More 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 More
More is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sawantwadi to More is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to More is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in More
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for More village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in More
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving More village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about More
Where is More located?
More village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of More?
The Gram Panchayat of More is Wados.
What is the pincode of More?
The pincode of More is 416519.
What is the population of More?
More had a total population of 931, including 455 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in More?
More had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in More?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of More was 82.41%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 76.21%.