Hirlewadi - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Hirlewadi is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Achare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirlewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirlewadi is 566507. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.3 hectares and falls under the 416614 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hirlewadi 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 Hirlewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Hirlewadi village had a total population of 653 people, including 311 males and 342 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.63%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 88.71%.
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 | 653 | 311 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 268 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 43 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Hirlewadi
Hirlewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagawantgad | South | 1.15 km |
| Gaudwadi | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Jamdul | West | 1.59 km |
| Sadewadi | East | 1.89 km |
| Varachiwadi | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Dongrewadi | North | 2.65 km |
| Wayangani | South | 2.82 km |
| Palkarwadi | East | 3.21 km |
| Terai | East | 3.57 km |
| Parwadi | North | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirlewadi
Hirlewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 km.
| 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 Malwan to Hirlewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Hirlewadi is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirlewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirlewadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hirlewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirlewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirlewadi
Where is Hirlewadi located?
Hirlewadi village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirlewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirlewadi is Achare.
What is the pincode of Hirlewadi?
The pincode of Hirlewadi is 416614.
What is the population of Hirlewadi?
Hirlewadi had a total population of 653, including 311 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Hirlewadi?
Hirlewadi had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirlewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirlewadi was 90.63%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 88.71%.