Hiwale

Hiwale is a village located in Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Malwan (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Hiwale village is also a gram panchayat.

Hiwale has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Hiwale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hiwale is 566553. The village spans a total geographical area of 1285 hectares. Kankavli is nearest town to Hiwale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Hiwale

Below is a concise population overview of Hiwale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,299 632 667
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 72 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 113 59 54
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 7 6
Literate Population 974 511 463
Illiterate Population 325 121 204

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hiwale village:

  • The total population of Hiwale village is around 1,299, including approximately 632 males and 667 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Hiwale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hiwale village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hiwale village is about 74.98%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 69.42%.
  • There are around 319 households in Hiwale village.

Connectivity of Hiwale

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hiwale. As per the 2011 stats, Hiwale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hiwale

Knowing the nearby villages of Hiwale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hiwale.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hiwale

Where is Hiwale located?
Hiwale village is situated in Malwan Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiwale?
Hiwale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Hiwale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hiwale is 1,299, with 632 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Hiwale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hiwale village has a total of 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiwale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hiwale is 74.98%. The male literacy rate is 80.85%, while the female literacy rate is 69.42%.