Het - Vaibhavvadi, Sindhudurg
Het is a village situated in the Vaibhavvadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaibhavvadi and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Het village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Het is 566343. The village covers a total geographical area of 846 hectares and falls under the 416813 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Het 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 Het
According to the 2011 Census, Het village had a total population of 1,222 people, including 625 males and 597 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 83.30% and female literacy at 63.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,222 | 625 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 62 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 469 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 156 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Het
Het 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagapwadi | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Upale | North | 2.61 km |
| Bhom | East | 3.05 km |
| Mangavali | West | 3.07 km |
| Mandavkarwadi | North | 3.35 km |
| Mandavkarwadi | North | 3.35 km |
| Bhuibawada | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Tiravade Tarf Kharepatan | South | 4.00 km |
| Akhavane | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Ainari | East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Het
Het 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 41.8 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Het is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Het is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Het
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Het village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Het
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Het village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Het
Where is Het located?
Het village is located in Vaibhavvadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Het?
Het is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Het?
The pincode of Het is 416813.
What is the population of Het?
Het had a total population of 1,222, including 625 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Het?
Het had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Het?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Het was 73.37%. Male literacy was 83.30% and female literacy was 63.31%.