Nanar - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Nanar is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Nanar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanar is 566070. The village covers a total geographical area of 1592.88 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Nanar 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 Nanar
As per Census 2011, Nanar village has a total population of 973 people, consisting of 490 males and 483 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nanar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 490 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 367 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 123 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Nanar
Nanar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbhavade | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Gothivare | West | 3.12 km |
| Wadapalye | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Padave | North | 3.73 km |
| Ingalwadi | South | 4.01 km |
| Wadachivari | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Sakhar | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Taral | East | 4.61 km |
| Katradevi | West | 5.01 km |
| Katali | South-West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nanar
Nanar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 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 Nanar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Nanar is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanar 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 Nanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nanar
Where is Nanar located?
Nanar village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanar?
Nanar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nanar?
The pincode of Nanar is 416702.
What is the population of Nanar?
Nanar has a total population of 973, including 490 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Nanar?
There are 237 households in Nanar.
What is the literacy rate in Nanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanar is 68.24%. Male literacy is 74.90% and female literacy is 61.49%.