Sadewadi - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Sadewadi 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 54 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Chindar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sadewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadewadi is 566512. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.14 hectares and falls under the 416614 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sadewadi 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 Sadewadi
As per Census 2011, Sadewadi village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 230 males and 274 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 412 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sadewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 230 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 201 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 29 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Sadewadi
Sadewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palkarwadi | East | 1.36 km |
| Terai | East | 1.71 km |
| Hirlewadi | West | 1.89 km |
| Bhagawantgad | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Varachiwadi | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Kava | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Gavathanwadi | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Kumbharwadi | North | 2.79 km |
| Dongrewadi | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Gaudwadi | West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sadewadi
Sadewadi 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 75.2 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 Sadewadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Sadewadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sadewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadewadi 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 Sadewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadewadi 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 Sadewadi
Where is Sadewadi located?
Sadewadi village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sadewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sadewadi is Chindar.
What is the pincode of Sadewadi?
The pincode of Sadewadi is 416614.
What is the population of Sadewadi?
Sadewadi has a total population of 504, including 230 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Sadewadi?
There are 147 households in Sadewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sadewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadewadi is 81.75%. Male literacy is 87.39% and female literacy is 77.01%.