Ralegan - Nagar, Ahilyanagar
Ralegan is a village situated in the Nagar tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Nagar and around 30 km from Ahmadnagar. Ralegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ralegan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ralegan is 558161. The village covers a total geographical area of 2693.89 hectares and falls under the 414101 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ralegan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ralegan
As per Census 2011, Ralegan village has a total population of 3,369 people, consisting of 1,767 males and 1,602 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,244 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ralegan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,369 | 1,767 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 173 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 172 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,244 | 1,366 | 878 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 401 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Ralegan
Ralegan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadgaon Tandali | North | 4.00 km |
| Gunwadi | East | 4.26 km |
| Mandavgan | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Deulgaon Siddhi | North-West | 5.53 km |
| Tandali Wadgaon | North | 6.40 km |
| Gundegaon | South-West | 6.52 km |
| Kamathi | South | 7.03 km |
| Rui Chhattishi | North-East | 7.04 km |
| Koregaon | West | 7.16 km |
| Ambilwadi | East | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ralegan
Ralegan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarola, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 km.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Ralegan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ralegan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ralegan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ralegan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ralegan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ralegan
Where is Ralegan located?
Ralegan village is located in Nagar Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ralegan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ralegan is Ralegaon.
What is the pincode of Ralegan?
The pincode of Ralegan is 414101.
What is the population of Ralegan?
Ralegan has a total population of 3,369, including 1,767 males and 1,602 females.
How many households are there in Ralegan?
There are 721 households in Ralegan.
What is the literacy rate in Ralegan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ralegan is 66.61%. Male literacy is 77.31% and female literacy is 54.81%.