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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Roon village has a total population of 1,015 people, consisting of 466 males and 549 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Roon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 466 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Roon?
The Gram Panchayat of Roon is Run.
What is the pincode of Roon?
The pincode of Roon is 416701.
What is the population of Roon?
Roon has a total population of 1,015, including 466 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Roon?
There are 263 households in Roon.
What is the literacy rate in Roon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roon is 66.50%. Male literacy is 77.25% and female literacy is 57.38%.