Raygaon - Kadegaon, Sangli
Raygaon is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Raigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raygaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raygaon is 568457. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.24 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Raygaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raygaon
As per Census 2011, Raygaon village has a total population of 1,834 people, consisting of 947 males and 887 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,213 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raygaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,834 | 947 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 123 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 125 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 696 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 251 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Raygaon
Raygaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saigaon | North | 1.53 km |
| Mankadevi | East | 2.12 km |
| Madgaon | South | 2.14 km |
| Humarmala | West | 2.78 km |
| Nerur Tarf Haveli | North | 2.87 km |
| Gaondhad | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Goveri | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Gondhayale | East | 3.16 km |
| Munagi | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Tendoli | South | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raygaon
Raygaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudal, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 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 Karad to Raygaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Raygaon is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raygaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raygaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raygaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raygaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raygaon
Where is Raygaon located?
Raygaon village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raygaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Raygaon is Raigaon.
What is the pincode of Raygaon?
The pincode of Raygaon is 415305.
What is the population of Raygaon?
Raygaon has a total population of 1,834, including 947 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Raygaon?
There are 445 households in Raygaon.
What is the literacy rate in Raygaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raygaon is 66.14%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 58.29%.