Roon
Roon is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 58km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Run is the gram panchayat of Roon village.
Here you can discover what makes Roon unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Roon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Roon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Roon is 565951. The village spans a total geographical area of 788.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416701. Rajapur is nearest town to Roon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
When it comes to local governance, Roon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Roon
Population of Roon
According to the 2011 Census, Roon has a total population of about 1,015, with approximately 466 males and 549 females. The sex ratio is around 1178 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.50%, with male literacy at about 77.25% and female literacy near 57.38%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Roon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 466 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 675 | 360 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 106 | 234 |
Connectivity of Roon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Roon. As per the 2011 stats, Roon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Roon
Knowing the nearby villages of Roon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Roon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Roon
- Where is Roon located?
- Roon village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Roon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Roon is Run (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Roon?
- The pincode of Roon is 416701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Roon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Roon is 1,015, with 466 males and 549 females.
- How many households are there in Roon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Roon village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Roon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Roon is 66.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.25%, while the female literacy rate is 57.38%.