Ranjangaon Sandas - Shirur, Pune
Ranjangaon Sandas is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ranjangaon Sandas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranjangaon Sandas is 555653. The village covers a total geographical area of 2336 hectares and falls under the 412211 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ranjangaon Sandas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ranjangaon Sandas
As per Census 2011, Ranjangaon Sandas village has a total population of 4,096 people, consisting of 2,126 males and 1,970 females. The village has 743 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,881 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranjangaon Sandas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,096 | 2,126 | 1,970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 291 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 265 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 2,881 | 1,607 | 1,274 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 519 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Ranjangaon Sandas
Ranjangaon Sandas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rakshewadi | West | 2.36 km |
| Nagargaon | East | 3.91 km |
| Pargaon | South | 4.80 km |
| Valki | West | 4.96 km |
| Delvadi | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Alegaon Paga | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Andhalgaon | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Galandwadi | South | 6.82 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South-West | 7.37 km |
| Nangaon | South-East | 7.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranjangaon Sandas
Ranjangaon Sandas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kedgaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirur to Ranjangaon Sandas is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Ranjangaon Sandas is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranjangaon Sandas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranjangaon Sandas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranjangaon Sandas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranjangaon Sandas 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 Ranjangaon Sandas
Where is Ranjangaon Sandas located?
Ranjangaon Sandas village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjangaon Sandas?
Ranjangaon Sandas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranjangaon Sandas?
The pincode of Ranjangaon Sandas is 412211.
What is the population of Ranjangaon Sandas?
Ranjangaon Sandas has a total population of 4,096, including 2,126 males and 1,970 females.
How many households are there in Ranjangaon Sandas?
There are 743 households in Ranjangaon Sandas.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjangaon Sandas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranjangaon Sandas is 70.34%. Male literacy is 75.59% and female literacy is 64.67%.