Khorninko - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Khorninko is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Khorninko village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorninko is 565976. The village covers a total geographical area of 3239 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khorninko 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 Khorninko
According to the 2011 Census, Khorninko village had a total population of 586 people, including 279 males and 307 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.80%, with male literacy at 86.00% and female literacy at 53.55%.
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 | 586 | 279 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 215 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 64 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Khorninko
Khorninko 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vishalgad | North | 3.98 km |
| Prabhanvalli | West | 5.10 km |
| Gavadi | South | 5.15 km |
| Bankhor | West | 5.32 km |
| Gajapur | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Name | North-West | 5.78 km |
| Palu | North-West | 5.82 km |
| Gelavade | East | 5.93 km |
| Machal | North | 6.02 km |
| Chinchurti | North-West | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khorninko
Khorninko 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 48.7 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 Ratnagiri to Khorninko is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khorninko
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorninko 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 Khorninko
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorninko village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khorninko
Where is Khorninko located?
Khorninko village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khorninko?
Khorninko is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khorninko?
The pincode of Khorninko is 416701.
What is the population of Khorninko?
Khorninko had a total population of 586, including 279 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Khorninko?
Khorninko had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorninko?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorninko was 68.80%. Male literacy was 86.00% and female literacy was 53.55%.