Ringane - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Ringane is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Raigane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ringane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ringane is 565993. The village covers a total geographical area of 937 hectares and falls under the 415643 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Ringane 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 Ringane
As per Census 2011, Ringane village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 355 males and 394 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ringane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 355 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 65 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 301 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 54 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Ringane
Ringane 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 | West | 1.74 km |
| Parule | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Zarye | East | 2.57 km |
| Kondage | North | 2.85 km |
| Kurang | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Khorgaon | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Kondgaon | West | 4.08 km |
| Haral | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Patkarwadi | South | 4.86 km |
| Yeradav | East | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ringane
Ringane 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 47.5 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 Ringane is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ringane is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ringane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ringane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ringane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ringane 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ringane
Where is Ringane located?
Ringane village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ringane?
The Gram Panchayat of Ringane is Raigane.
What is the pincode of Ringane?
The pincode of Ringane is 415643.
What is the population of Ringane?
Ringane has a total population of 749, including 355 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Ringane?
There are 213 households in Ringane.
What is the literacy rate in Ringane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ringane is 76.10%. Male literacy is 84.79% and female literacy is 68.27%.