Ratoli - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Ratoli is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Ratoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratoli is 545185. The village covers a total geographical area of 995.05 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ratoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratoli
As per Census 2011, Ratoli village has a total population of 3,249 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,539 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,081 literate and 1,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 740 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,249 | 1,710 | 1,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 236 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 740 | 387 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 113 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,211 | 870 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,168 | 499 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Ratoli
Ratoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salagara Bk. | South | 3.55 km |
| Kharab Khandgaon | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Salagara Kh. | South | 4.42 km |
| Chivli | South-West | 5.42 km |
| Masalaga | West | 6.66 km |
| Dongargaon | South-East | 6.94 km |
| Karna | South | 7.00 km |
| Chandola | South | 7.06 km |
| Berli Bk. | West | 7.67 km |
| Hokarna | South-West | 7.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratoli
Ratoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karkheli, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mukhed to Ratoli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Ratoli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratoli 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 Ratoli
Where is Ratoli located?
Ratoli village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratoli?
Ratoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratoli?
The pincode of Ratoli is 431722.
What is the population of Ratoli?
Ratoli has a total population of 3,249, including 1,710 males and 1,539 females.
How many households are there in Ratoli?
There are 675 households in Ratoli.
What is the literacy rate in Ratoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratoli is 64.05%. Male literacy is 70.82% and female literacy is 56.53%.