Muth - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Muth is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Ubhadanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muth is 566678. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 416516 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Muth 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 Muth
According to the 2011 Census, Muth village had a total population of 134 people, including 69 males and 65 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.20%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 88.71%.
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 | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Muth
Muth is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Muth
Muth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vengurla to Muth is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Muth is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muth 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Muth
Where is Muth located?
Muth village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muth?
The Gram Panchayat of Muth is Ubhadanda.
What is the pincode of Muth?
The pincode of Muth is 416516.
What is the population of Muth?
Muth had a total population of 134, including 69 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Muth?
Muth had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muth was 91.20%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 88.71%.