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
As per Census 2011, Ramana village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 288 males and 262 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 550, including 288 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Ramana?
There are 117 households in Ramana.
What is the literacy rate in Ramana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramana is 55.64%. Male literacy is 63.89% and female literacy is 46.56%.