Kshetrapal - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Kshetrapal is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Insuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kshetrapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kshetrapal is 566903. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kshetrapal 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 Kshetrapal
As per Census 2011, Kshetrapal village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 887 males and 929 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,378 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kshetrapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 887 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,378 | 736 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 151 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Kshetrapal
Kshetrapal 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-East | 2.54 km |
| Vetye | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Sonurli | West | 2.86 km |
| Insuli | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Ronapal | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Kumbharli | North | 3.74 km |
| Padlos | South | 4.76 km |
| Malgaon | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Sherle | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Niravade | North-West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kshetrapal
Kshetrapal 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 39.2 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 Sawantwadi to Kshetrapal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Kshetrapal is about 45 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 Kshetrapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kshetrapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kshetrapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kshetrapal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kshetrapal
Where is Kshetrapal located?
Kshetrapal village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kshetrapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kshetrapal is Insuli.
What is the pincode of Kshetrapal?
The pincode of Kshetrapal is 416511.
What is the population of Kshetrapal?
Kshetrapal has a total population of 1,816, including 887 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Kshetrapal?
There are 450 households in Kshetrapal.
What is the literacy rate in Kshetrapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kshetrapal is 75.88%. Male literacy is 82.98% and female literacy is 69.11%.