Verle - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Verle is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Verle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Verle is 566856. The village covers a total geographical area of 2557.83 hectares and falls under the 416531 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Verle 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 Verle
As per Census 2011, Verle village has a total population of 1,754 people, consisting of 781 males and 973 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 1,245 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,265 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Verle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,754 | 781 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 32 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 642 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 139 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Verle
Verle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirshinge | North | 3.65 km |
| Kalambist | West | 4.01 km |
| Parpoli | South | 4.27 km |
| Ovaliye | South-West | 5.87 km |
| Sawarwad | West | 6.34 km |
| Gele | North-East | 6.54 km |
| Upavade | North-West | 6.58 km |
| Amboli | East | 6.74 km |
| Danoli | South | 7.32 km |
| Devsu | South-West | 7.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Verle
Verle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 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 Verle is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Verle is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Verle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Verle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Verle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Verle 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Verle
Where is Verle located?
Verle village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Verle?
Verle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Verle?
The pincode of Verle is 416531.
What is the population of Verle?
Verle has a total population of 1,754, including 781 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Verle?
There are 473 households in Verle.
What is the literacy rate in Verle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Verle is 72.12%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 64.03%.