Mehbubnagar - Vaibhavvadi, Sindhudurg
Mehbubnagar is a village situated in the Vaibhavvadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaibhavvadi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Umbarde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehbubnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehbubnagar is 566350. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 416813 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mehbubnagar 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 Mehbubnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Mehbubnagar village had a total population of 1,372 people, including 691 males and 681 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.06%, with male literacy at 86.29% and female literacy at 59.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 1,372 | 691 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 510 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 181 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Mehbubnagar
Mehbubnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbharwadi | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Kolape | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Kusur | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Vengasar | North | 2.81 km |
| Umbarde | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Bhusarwadi | West | 3.02 km |
| Mangavali | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Madhaliwadi | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Digashi | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Pimpalwadi | South | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehbubnagar
Mehbubnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Mehbubnagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Mehbubnagar 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 Mehbubnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehbubnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehbubnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehbubnagar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mehbubnagar
Where is Mehbubnagar located?
Mehbubnagar village is located in Vaibhavvadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehbubnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehbubnagar is Umbarde.
What is the pincode of Mehbubnagar?
The pincode of Mehbubnagar is 416813.
What is the population of Mehbubnagar?
Mehbubnagar had a total population of 1,372, including 691 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Mehbubnagar?
Mehbubnagar had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehbubnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehbubnagar was 73.06%. Male literacy was 86.29% and female literacy was 59.97%.