Padve - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Padve 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 55 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Padve-majgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padve village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padve is 566909. The village covers a total geographical area of 371 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Padve 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 Padve
According to the 2011 Census, Padve village had a total population of 112 people, including 52 males and 60 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.64%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 64.91%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 7 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Padve
Padve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morgaon | South | 2.02 km |
| Tamboli | North | 2.74 km |
| Padve Majgaon | East | 2.77 km |
| Talkat | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Degave | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Zolambe | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Adali | South | 4.21 km |
| Asniye | North | 4.57 km |
| Ugade | South | 4.68 km |
| Dingne | South-West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padve
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padve. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Padve is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Padve is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padve 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Padve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padve 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 Padve
Where is Padve located?
Padve village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padve?
The Gram Panchayat of Padve is Padve-majgaon.
What is the pincode of Padve?
The pincode of Padve is 416511.
What is the population of Padve?
Padve had a total population of 112, including 52 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Padve?
Padve had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padve was 76.64%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 64.91%.