Ranewadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Ranewadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kajirda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranewadi is 566225. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.64 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Ranewadi 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 Ranewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ranewadi village had a total population of 240 people, including 114 males and 126 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.36%, with male literacy at 78.22% and female literacy at 47.06%.
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 | 240 | 114 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 79 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 35 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Ranewadi
Ranewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ranewadi
Public transport in the Ranewadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ranewadi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ranewadi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranewadi 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 Ranewadi
Where is Ranewadi located?
Ranewadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranewadi is Kajirda.
What is the pincode of Ranewadi?
The pincode of Ranewadi is 416702.
What is the population of Ranewadi?
Ranewadi had a total population of 240, including 114 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Ranewadi?
Ranewadi had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranewadi was 61.36%. Male literacy was 78.22% and female literacy was 47.06%.