Naravane - Man, Satara
Naravane is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Naravane village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naravane is 563432. The village covers a total geographical area of 3015.99 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Naravane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naravane
According to the 2011 Census, Naravane village had a total population of 3,232 people, including 1,631 males and 1,601 females, living in 759 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.57%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 60.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 3,232 | 1,631 | 1,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 182 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 213 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,983 | 1,109 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 522 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Naravane
Naravane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dorgewadi (naravane) | West | 3.85 km |
| Kalewadi | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Wadjal | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Gatewadi | East | 4.73 km |
| Lodhavade | North | 4.76 km |
| Kansewadi | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Dhamani | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Pimpari | North-East | 5.44 km |
| Enkul | South-West | 5.90 km |
| Kukudwad | South | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naravane
Naravane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 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 Mhaswad to Naravane is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Naravane 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 Naravane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naravane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naravane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naravane 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naravane
Where is Naravane located?
Naravane village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Naravane?
Naravane is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naravane?
The pincode of Naravane is 415540.
What is the population of Naravane?
Naravane had a total population of 3,232, including 1,631 males and 1,601 females.
How many households are there in Naravane?
Naravane had 759 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naravane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naravane was 68.57%. Male literacy was 76.54% and female literacy was 60.57%.