Rathoda - Nilanga, Latur
Rathoda is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Rathoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rathoda is 560752. The village covers a total geographical area of 1236 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Rathoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rathoda
As per Census 2011, Rathoda village has a total population of 3,624 people, consisting of 1,898 males and 1,726 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,312 literate and 1,312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 809 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rathoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,624 | 1,898 | 1,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 277 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 809 | 414 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,312 | 1,333 | 979 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,312 | 565 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Rathoda
Rathoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bujrugwadi | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Ambulga Men | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Hadga | West | 3.33 km |
| Kelgaon | East | 4.00 km |
| Lambota | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Umarga [hadga] | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Kalandi | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Tajpur | North | 5.26 km |
| Ambewadi Masalga | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Nitur | North | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rathoda
Rathoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhatangli, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.9 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 Nilanga to Rathoda is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Rathoda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rathoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rathoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rathoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rathoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rathoda
Where is Rathoda located?
Rathoda village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rathoda?
Rathoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rathoda?
The pincode of Rathoda is 413521.
What is the population of Rathoda?
Rathoda has a total population of 3,624, including 1,898 males and 1,726 females.
How many households are there in Rathoda?
There are 735 households in Rathoda.
What is the literacy rate in Rathoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rathoda is 63.80%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 56.72%.