Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) - Jawhar, Palghar
Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Jawhar and around 112 km from Thane. Kortad serves as the Village Panchayat for Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is 551915. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)
According to the 2011 Census, Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) village had a total population of 445 people, including 207 males and 238 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.22%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 55.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 443.
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 | 445 | 207 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 30 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 206 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 134 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 73 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)
Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)
Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)
Where is Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) located?
Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)?
The Village Panchayat of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is Kortad.
What is the pincode of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)?
The pincode of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) is 401603.
What is the population of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)?
Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) had a total population of 445, including 207 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)?
Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramnagar (Kasatwadi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramnagar (Kasatwadi) was 65.22%. Male literacy was 75.71% and female literacy was 55.50%.