Nigude - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Nigude is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Nigude village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigude is 566905. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.7 hectares and falls under the 416514 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nigude 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 Nigude
As per Census 2011, Nigude village has a total population of 1,164 people, consisting of 547 males and 617 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 925 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nigude are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 547 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 475 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 72 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Nigude
Nigude 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherle | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Kshetrapal | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Insuli | North | 3.04 km |
| Ronapal | West | 3.62 km |
| Wafoli | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Madure | South | 4.09 km |
| Padlos | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Kas | South | 4.68 km |
| Sonurli | West | 4.99 km |
| Vetye | North-West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nigude
Nigude 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 37.9 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Nigude is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Nigude is about 53 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 Nigude
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigude village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nigude
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigude village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nigude
Where is Nigude located?
Nigude village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigude?
Nigude is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nigude?
The pincode of Nigude is 416514.
What is the population of Nigude?
Nigude has a total population of 1,164, including 547 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Nigude?
There are 287 households in Nigude.
What is the literacy rate in Nigude?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigude is 79.47%. Male literacy is 86.84% and female literacy is 72.93%.