Naravan - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Naravan is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Narvan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naravan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naravan is 565437. The village covers a total geographical area of 962 hectares and falls under the 415728 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Naravan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naravan
As per Census 2011, Naravan village has a total population of 1,857 people, consisting of 792 males and 1,065 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 1,344 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naravan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,857 | 792 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 614 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 178 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Naravan
Naravan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rohile | South | 1.55 km |
| Hedavi | North | 1.82 km |
| Muslondi | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Karde | East | 2.60 km |
| Umarath Kh. | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Tavasal Khurd | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Vaghambe | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Sakhariagar | North | 4.08 km |
| Umarath | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Velaneshwar | North | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naravan
Naravan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savarda, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 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 Chiplun to Naravan is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Naravan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naravan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naravan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naravan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naravan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Naravan
Where is Naravan located?
Naravan village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naravan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naravan is Narvan.
What is the pincode of Naravan?
The pincode of Naravan is 415728.
What is the population of Naravan?
Naravan has a total population of 1,857, including 792 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Naravan?
There are 541 households in Naravan.
What is the literacy rate in Naravan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naravan is 68.61%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 61.97%.