Narayannagar - Mandangad, Ratnagiri
Narayannagar is a village situated in the Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandangad and around 211 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Velas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayannagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayannagar is 564745. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 415208 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Narayannagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayannagar
According to the 2011 Census, Narayannagar village had a total population of 587 people, including 252 males and 335 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,329 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.62%, with male literacy at 91.27% and female literacy at 74.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 587 | 252 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 209 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 43 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Narayannagar
Narayannagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Velas | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Bankot | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Kante | East | 1.99 km |
| Kengwal | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Valmikinagar | North | 2.56 km |
| Sakhari | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Ranavali | East | 2.73 km |
| Vesavi | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Ambavali | East | 4.30 km |
| Shipole | North-East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayannagar
Narayannagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Veer, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 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 Khed to Narayannagar is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Narayannagar is about 211 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayannagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayannagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narayannagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayannagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayannagar
Where is Narayannagar located?
Narayannagar village is located in Mandangad Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayannagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayannagar is Velas.
What is the pincode of Narayannagar?
The pincode of Narayannagar is 415208.
What is the population of Narayannagar?
Narayannagar had a total population of 587, including 252 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Narayannagar?
Narayannagar had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayannagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayannagar was 81.62%. Male literacy was 91.27% and female literacy was 74.60%.