Insuli - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Insuli is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Insuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Insuli is 566902. The village covers a total geographical area of 1086.63 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Insuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Insuli
As per Census 2011, Insuli village has a total population of 2,457 people, consisting of 1,251 males and 1,206 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,923 literate and 534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Insuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,457 | 1,251 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 113 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 60 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,923 | 1,042 | 881 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 209 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Insuli
Insuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigude | South | 3.04 km |
| Kshetrapal | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Wafoli | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Kumbharli | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Vetye | West | 4.50 km |
| Vilavade | East | 4.85 km |
| Sherle | South | 4.88 km |
| Otavane | North-East | 5.72 km |
| Sonurli | West | 5.82 km |
| Ronapal | South-West | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Insuli
Insuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Insuli is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Insuli is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Insuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Insuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Insuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Insuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Insuli
Where is Insuli located?
Insuli village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Insuli?
Insuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Insuli?
The pincode of Insuli is 416511.
What is the population of Insuli?
Insuli has a total population of 2,457, including 1,251 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Insuli?
There are 585 households in Insuli.
What is the literacy rate in Insuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Insuli is 78.27%. Male literacy is 83.29% and female literacy is 73.05%.