Ranjani - Ambegaon, Pune
Ranjani is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ranjani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranjani is 555507. The village covers a total geographical area of 1320 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ranjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranjani
As per Census 2011, Ranjani village has a total population of 3,800 people, consisting of 1,882 males and 1,918 females. The village has 783 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,861 literate and 939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranjani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,800 | 1,882 | 1,918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 181 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 2,861 | 1,547 | 1,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 939 | 335 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Ranjani
Ranjani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjarwadi | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Thorandale | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Nagapur | South | 3.57 km |
| Walati | East | 3.92 km |
| Khodad | North | 4.07 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 5.79 km |
| Shiroli T Ale | North-East | 5.79 km |
| Louki | West | 6.18 km |
| Bharadi | South | 6.30 km |
| Khadaki | South-West | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranjani
Ranjani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 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 Junnar to Ranjani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Ranjani 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 Ranjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranjani 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 Ranjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranjani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ranjani
Where is Ranjani located?
Ranjani village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjani?
Ranjani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranjani?
The pincode of Ranjani is 410503.
What is the population of Ranjani?
Ranjani has a total population of 3,800, including 1,882 males and 1,918 females.
How many households are there in Ranjani?
There are 783 households in Ranjani.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranjani is 75.29%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 68.51%.