Vilavade - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Vilavade 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.. Vilavade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilavade is 566900. The village covers a total geographical area of 641.52 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Vilavade 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 Vilavade
As per Census 2011, Vilavade village has a total population of 1,332 people, consisting of 646 males and 686 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 990 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vilavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 646 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 536 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 110 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Vilavade
Vilavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhalawal | East | 2.39 km |
| Wafoli | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Degave | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Otavane | North | 3.29 km |
| Sarmale | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Banda | South | 4.40 km |
| Tamboli | East | 4.83 km |
| Insuli | West | 4.85 km |
| Kariwade | North | 5.21 km |
| Bavlat | North-East | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vilavade
Vilavade 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 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Vilavade is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Vilavade 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 Vilavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vilavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vilavade
Where is Vilavade located?
Vilavade village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vilavade?
Vilavade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vilavade?
The pincode of Vilavade is 416511.
What is the population of Vilavade?
Vilavade has a total population of 1,332, including 646 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Vilavade?
There are 338 households in Vilavade.
What is the literacy rate in Vilavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilavade is 74.32%. Male literacy is 82.97% and female literacy is 66.18%.