Ranjana
Ranjana is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Ranjana village is also a gram panchayat.
Ranjana has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ranjana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranjana is 546317. The village spans a total geographical area of 934.51 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Ranjana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ranjana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ranjana
Population of Ranjana
Below is a concise population overview of Ranjana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,324 | 1,251 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 191 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 244 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,482 | 912 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 339 | 503 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ranjana village:
- The total population of Ranjana village is around 2,324, including approximately 1,251 males and 1,073 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 348 children aged 0–6 years in Ranjana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ranjana village has 453 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ranjana village is about 63.77%, with male literacy at 72.90% and female literacy at 53.12%.
- There are around 471 households in Ranjana village.
Connectivity of Ranjana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranjana. As per the 2011 stats, Ranjana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ranjana
Knowing the nearby villages of Ranjana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranjana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ranjana
- Where is Ranjana located?
- Ranjana village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ranjana?
- Ranjana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ranjana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranjana is 2,324, with 1,251 males and 1,073 females.
- How many households are there in Ranjana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ranjana village has a total of 471 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ranjana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranjana is 63.77%. The male literacy rate is 72.90%, while the female literacy rate is 53.12%.