Math - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Math is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Math village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Math is 566663. The village covers a total geographical area of 793.78 hectares and falls under the 416516 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Math 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 Math
According to the 2011 Census, Math village had a total population of 1,696 people, including 854 males and 842 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.99%, with male literacy at 92.67% and female literacy at 83.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,696 | 854 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 64 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,377 | 721 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 133 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Math
Math 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sataye | North | 1.68 km |
| Tulas | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Vetore | North | 3.16 km |
| Adeli | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Khatarwadi | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Khanoli | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Bhendamala | South | 4.32 km |
| Paltad | South | 4.39 km |
| Dabholi | West | 4.41 km |
| Vajrat | North-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Math
Math is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Zarap, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 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 Vengurla to Math is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Math is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Math
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Math village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Math
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Math 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Math
Where is Math located?
Math village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Math?
Math is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Math?
The pincode of Math is 416516.
What is the population of Math?
Math had a total population of 1,696, including 854 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Math?
Math had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Math?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Math was 87.99%. Male literacy was 92.67% and female literacy was 83.35%.