Raingan - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Raingan is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Raingan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raingan is 525804. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.65 hectares and falls under the 425418 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Raingan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raingan
According to the 2011 Census, Raingan village had a total population of 2,401 people, including 1,179 males and 1,222 females, living in 604 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 64.77% and female literacy at 51.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,384.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,401 | 1,179 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 143 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,384 | 1,165 | 1,219 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 671 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,168 | 508 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Raingan
Raingan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothada | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Pangaran | North | 2.23 km |
| Navi Sawarat | East | 3.00 km |
| Suli | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Nandvan | South | 4.24 km |
| Mentalav | North-East | 4.42 km |
| June Sawarat | East | 4.51 km |
| Vijapur | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Kolada | East | 4.79 km |
| Vavadi | North-East | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raingan
Raingan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Raingan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Raingan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raingan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raingan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raingan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raingan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raingan
Where is Raingan located?
Raingan village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raingan?
Raingan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raingan?
The pincode of Raingan is 425418.
What is the population of Raingan?
Raingan had a total population of 2,401, including 1,179 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Raingan?
Raingan had 604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raingan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raingan was 58.00%. Male literacy was 64.77% and female literacy was 51.56%.