Khorgaon - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Khorgaon is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kondge serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khorgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorgaon is 565990. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.41 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khorgaon 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 Khorgaon
As per Census 2011, Khorgaon village has a total population of 321 people, consisting of 151 males and 170 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khorgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 151 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 129 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 22 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Khorgaon
Khorgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patilgaon | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Kondage | East | 2.39 km |
| Kondgaon | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Hardkhale | North | 2.67 km |
| Argaon | West | 3.46 km |
| Ringane | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Parule | South | 3.65 km |
| Kurang | East | 4.89 km |
| Whel | West | 5.01 km |
| Bhambed | North | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khorgaon
Khorgaon 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 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rajapur to Khorgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Khorgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khorgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorgaon 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 Khorgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khorgaon
Where is Khorgaon located?
Khorgaon village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khorgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khorgaon is Kondge.
What is the pincode of Khorgaon?
The pincode of Khorgaon is 416701.
What is the population of Khorgaon?
Khorgaon has a total population of 321, including 151 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Khorgaon?
There are 86 households in Khorgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khorgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorgaon is 77.57%. Male literacy is 85.43% and female literacy is 70.59%.