Hardkhale - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Hardkhale is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Hardkhale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardkhale is 565979. The village covers a total geographical area of 2021.05 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Hardkhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hardkhale
According to the 2011 Census, Hardkhale village had a total population of 1,443 people, including 665 males and 778 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.63%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 75.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,443 | 665 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 524 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 141 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Hardkhale
Hardkhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhambed | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Khorgaon | South | 2.67 km |
| Kondage | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Kudewadi | West | 4.51 km |
| Patilgaon | South | 4.61 km |
| Argaon | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Kondgaon | South | 4.89 km |
| Prabhanvalli | North | 5.10 km |
| Whel | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Kurang | East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hardkhale
Hardkhale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 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 Rajapur to Hardkhale is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Hardkhale is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hardkhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardkhale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hardkhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardkhale 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 Hardkhale
Where is Hardkhale located?
Hardkhale village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Hardkhale?
Hardkhale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hardkhale?
The pincode of Hardkhale is 416701.
What is the population of Hardkhale?
Hardkhale had a total population of 1,443, including 665 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Hardkhale?
Hardkhale had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hardkhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardkhale was 80.63%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 75.31%.