Ramana - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ramana is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ramana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramana is 476645. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.62 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ramana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramana
According to the 2011 Census, Ramana village had a total population of 550 people, including 288 males and 262 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.38%, with male literacy at 76.03% and female literacy at 53.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 550 | 288 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 184 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 104 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Ramana
Ramana 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 Ramana
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ramana. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ramana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Ramana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ramana is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ramana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramana
Where is Ramana located?
Ramana village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ramana?
Ramana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramana?
The pincode of Ramana is 451115.
What is the population of Ramana?
Ramana had a total population of 550, including 288 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Ramana?
Ramana had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramana was 65.38%. Male literacy was 76.03% and female literacy was 53.98%.