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.
Here you can discover what makes Ranjana unique in its vibrant Basmath-Hingoli region. You’ll see Ranjana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Ranjana has a total population of about 2,324, with approximately 1,251 males and 1,073 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 348 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 453 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.77%, with male literacy at about 72.90% and female literacy near 53.12%. There are around 471 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ranjana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.