Ravankola - Mukhed, Nanded
Ravankola is a village situated in the Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukhed and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Rawankola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ravankola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravankola is 545565. The village covers a total geographical area of 831.85 hectares and falls under the 431719 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Ravankola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ravankola
As per Census 2011, Ravankola village has a total population of 1,733 people, consisting of 907 males and 826 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,208 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravankola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,733 | 907 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 199 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,208 | 724 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 183 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Ravankola
Ravankola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchgaon | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Takali (udgir) | West | 2.47 km |
| Wagdari | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Nandi Bijalgaon | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Choundi | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Halni | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Kasral | West | 4.72 km |
| Chikli Udgir | South | 4.94 km |
| Muthkhed (chondi Mukhed) | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Limbgaon | South-West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravankola
Ravankola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Deglur to Ravankola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Ravankola is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravankola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravankola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ravankola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravankola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ravankola
Where is Ravankola located?
Ravankola village is located in Mukhed Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravankola?
The Gram Panchayat of Ravankola is Rawankola.
What is the pincode of Ravankola?
The pincode of Ravankola is 431719.
What is the population of Ravankola?
Ravankola has a total population of 1,733, including 907 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Ravankola?
There are 312 households in Ravankola.
What is the literacy rate in Ravankola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravankola is 69.71%. Male literacy is 79.82% and female literacy is 58.60%.