Ril - Ratnagiri
Ril is a village situated in the Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Ratnagiri, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ril village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ril is 565497. The village covers a total geographical area of 507 hectares and falls under the 415620 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ril village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ril
According to the 2011 Census, Ril village had a total population of 558 people, including 262 males and 296 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 92.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 558 | 262 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 240 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Ril
Ril 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Varavade | South | 1.67 km |
| Chaferi | North | 2.45 km |
| Undi | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Kamblelavgan | North | 3.34 km |
| Watad | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Kachare | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Panhali | North | 4.81 km |
| Kalzondi | East | 5.18 km |
| Malgund | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Sandkhol | North-West | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ril
Ril is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhoke, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 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 Ratnagiri to Ril is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ril
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ril village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ril
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ril 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ril
Where is Ril located?
Ril village is located in Ratnagiri Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ril?
Ril is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ril?
The pincode of Ril is 415620.
What is the population of Ril?
Ril had a total population of 558, including 262 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Ril?
Ril had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ril?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ril was 96.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 92.93%.