Ainari - Vaibhavvadi, Sindhudurg
Ainari is a village situated in the Vaibhavvadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaibhavvadi and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Ainari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ainari is 566342. The village covers a total geographical area of 947.32 hectares and falls under the 416813 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ainari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ainari
As per Census 2011, Ainari village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 252 males and 314 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,246 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ainari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 252 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 199 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 53 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Ainari
Ainari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ringewadi | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Bhom | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Gagan Bavda | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Bhuibawada | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Sangashi | East | 3.56 km |
| Mounde | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Nagapwadi | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Vesaraf | East | 4.34 km |
| Akhavane | North | 4.51 km |
| Het | West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ainari
Ainari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 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 Rajapur to Ainari is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Ainari is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ainari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ainari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ainari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ainari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ainari
Where is Ainari located?
Ainari village is located in Vaibhavvadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ainari?
Ainari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ainari?
The pincode of Ainari is 416813.
What is the population of Ainari?
Ainari has a total population of 566, including 252 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Ainari?
There are 148 households in Ainari.
What is the literacy rate in Ainari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ainari is 66.25%. Male literacy is 78.97% and female literacy is 56.05%.