Aparadhwadi - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Aparadhwadi is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Chindar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aparadhwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aparadhwadi is 566499. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.93 hectares and falls under the 416614 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Aparadhwadi 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 Aparadhwadi
As per Census 2011, Aparadhwadi village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 138 males and 137 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aparadhwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 138 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 97 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 41 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Aparadhwadi
Aparadhwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chindar | South | 1.51 km |
| Poyare | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Bagadwadi | East | 2.51 km |
| Kumbharwadi | South | 2.78 km |
| Kudopi | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Trimbak | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Parwadi | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Gavathanwadi | South | 3.88 km |
| Bagavewadi | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Varachiwadi | South-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aparadhwadi
Aparadhwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Aparadhwadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Aparadhwadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aparadhwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aparadhwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aparadhwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aparadhwadi 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 Aparadhwadi
Where is Aparadhwadi located?
Aparadhwadi village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aparadhwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Aparadhwadi is Chindar.
What is the pincode of Aparadhwadi?
The pincode of Aparadhwadi is 416614.
What is the population of Aparadhwadi?
Aparadhwadi has a total population of 275, including 138 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Aparadhwadi?
There are 80 households in Aparadhwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Aparadhwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aparadhwadi is 63.27%. Male literacy is 70.29% and female literacy is 56.20%.