Bhatwadi (Shrawan) - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Bhatwadi (Shrawan) is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Adavali-maladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatwadi (Shrawan) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatwadi (Shrawan) is 566544. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 416614 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhatwadi (Shrawan) 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 Bhatwadi (Shrawan)
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatwadi (Shrawan) village had a total population of 204 people, including 96 males and 108 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.46%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 89.36%.
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 | 204 | 96 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 19 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatwadi (Shrawan)
Bhatwadi (Shrawan) 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 Bhatwadi (Shrawan)
Bhatwadi (Shrawan) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kankavli to Bhatwadi (Shrawan) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Bhatwadi (Shrawan) is about 38 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 Bhatwadi (Shrawan)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatwadi (Shrawan) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatwadi (Shrawan)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatwadi (Shrawan) 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 Bhatwadi (Shrawan)
Where is Bhatwadi (Shrawan) located?
Bhatwadi (Shrawan) village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatwadi (Shrawan)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatwadi (Shrawan) is Adavali-maladi.
What is the pincode of Bhatwadi (Shrawan)?
The pincode of Bhatwadi (Shrawan) is 416614.
What is the population of Bhatwadi (Shrawan)?
Bhatwadi (Shrawan) had a total population of 204, including 96 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Bhatwadi (Shrawan)?
Bhatwadi (Shrawan) had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatwadi (Shrawan)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatwadi (Shrawan) was 88.46%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 89.36%.