Roon - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Roon is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Run serves as the Village Panchayat for Roon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roon is 565951. The village covers a total geographical area of 788.08 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Roon 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 Roon
According to the 2011 Census, Roon village had a total population of 1,015 people, including 466 males and 549 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.18%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 63.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,015 | 466 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 360 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 106 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Roon
Roon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bapere | North | 2.23 km |
| Sadvali | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Satavali | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Golavashi | East | 2.69 km |
| Panore | West | 3.03 km |
| Ravari | North | 3.58 km |
| Isavali | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Chikhale | South | 4.24 km |
| Konddasur | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Khavadi | North-East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roon
Roon 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 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Roon is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Roon is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roon 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 Roon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Roon
Where is Roon located?
Roon village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Roon?
The Village Panchayat of Roon is Run.
What is the pincode of Roon?
The pincode of Roon is 416701.
What is the population of Roon?
Roon had a total population of 1,015, including 466 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Roon?
Roon had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roon was 74.18%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 63.00%.