Varachiker - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Varachiker is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shiroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varachiker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varachiker is 566706. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.12 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Varachiker 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 Varachiker
According to the 2011 Census, Varachiker village had a total population of 799 people, including 396 males and 403 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.63%, with male literacy at 98.64% and female literacy at 94.62%.
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 | 799 | 396 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 364 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Varachiker
Varachiker 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 Varachiker
Varachiker is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Varachiker is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Varachiker is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varachiker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varachiker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Varachiker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varachiker 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varachiker
Where is Varachiker located?
Varachiker village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varachiker?
The Gram Panchayat of Varachiker is Shiroda.
What is the pincode of Varachiker?
The pincode of Varachiker is 416518.
What is the population of Varachiker?
Varachiker had a total population of 799, including 396 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Varachiker?
Varachiker had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varachiker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varachiker was 96.63%. Male literacy was 98.64% and female literacy was 94.62%.