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Sindhudurg district, pronounced as per Marathi phonetics, is an administrative division within the Konkan region of India. It was created by reorganizing the former Ratnagiri district. The district’s central hub is situated in Oros, covering an expansive landmass spanning around 5,207 square kilometers. It is home to a population of 849,651 people, with approximately 12.59% residing in urban areas, as recorded in 2011. Sindhudurg is notably the least densely populated district among the 36 districts in Maharashtra, as of the 2011 census, boasting tranquil landscapes and a unique cultural heritage within its boundaries.

History

Sindhudurg district, established on May 1, 1981, holds a rich historical legacy. The name ‘Konkan’ of ancient Indian origin has origins shrouded in mystery. Mythology speaks of seven kingdoms in the Konkan region, extending across much of India’s western coast. Legend has it that the Pandavas, during their 13th year of exile, sought refuge here, guided by the local ruler, Veerat Ray, who later joined their battle against the Kauravas at Kurukshetra. In the 2nd century A.D., the Maurya Empire incorporated the Konkan coast, and the region saw rulers from the Maurya and Nala dynasties around the 6th century. Ratnagiri was under the Silahars, with Goa as a likely capital. Chandrapur, founded possibly by Chandraditya, a Chalukya king’s son, stands as one of Konkan’s oldest towns.

Demography

According to the 2011 census data, Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India, had a population of 849,651, similar to the nation of Qatar or the US state of South Dakota. It ranked 474th in India out of 640 districts. The district had a population density of 163 inhabitants per square kilometer, with a negative population growth rate of -2.21% between 2001 and 2011. Sindhudurg boasted a remarkable sex ratio of 1037 females for every 1000 males, the second-highest in Maharashtra, and an impressive literacy rate of 85.56%. Approximately 12.59% of the population resided in urban areas, while Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes constituted 6.54% and 0.82% of the population, respectively. Marathi was the predominant language, spoken by 91.22% of the population, followed by Malwani (2.29%), Konkani (1.65%), Urdu (1.54%), Hindi (1.33%), Kannada (0.93%), and other languages (1.04%).

Geography

Sindhudurg district, the southernmost region of Maharashtra, is rich in natural resources, including deposits of Iron, Bauxite, and Manganese. It shares borders with Ratnagiri district to the north, Goa to the south, the Arabian Sea to the west, and the Kolhapur district to the east, separated by the Western Ghats. Sindhudurg lies within the Konkan coastal region, nestled between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea. This district experiences a semi-tropical climate, characterized by warm and humid conditions throughout the year. It has distinct seasons: rainy (June–October), Winter (November–mid February), and Summer (mid February–May), with heavy monsoon rains, averaging 3240.10 mm annually. The primary languages spoken here are Konkani and the local Malvani dialect, with a high degree of fluency in Marathi among the residents.

Economy 

In the banking sector, Sindhudurg district boasts a robust financial infrastructure with a network of 66 branches of nationalized banks, 106 branches of co-operative banks, and 15 branches of rural banks. This ensures comprehensive banking services for its residents. On the maritime front, Sindhudurg’s extensive coastline spans 121 kilometers and encompasses an Exclusive Economic Zone spanning 16,000 square kilometers, making it a vital hub for fisheries. The district hosts eight main fisheries centers, including Vijaydurg, Devgad, Nivati, Achara, Malvan, Sarjekot, Vengurla, and Shiroda, contributing to a significant fish production of 19,273 metric tons. Additionally, the district boasts 34 Fisheries Co-operative Societies with a combined membership of 14,216, further strengthening the region’s fisheries sector.