Ranand - Man, Satara
Ranand is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Ranand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranand is 563424. The village covers a total geographical area of 1970.12 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ranand 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 Ranand
As per Census 2011, Ranand village has a total population of 3,509 people, consisting of 1,773 males and 1,736 females. The village has 798 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,520 literate and 989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 898 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,509 | 1,773 | 1,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 203 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 454 | 444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,520 | 1,380 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 393 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Ranand
Ranand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jashi | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Shevari | West | 3.70 km |
| Sokasan | North | 5.14 km |
| Gondavale Kh. | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Mardi | North-East | 6.49 km |
| Palashi | South-East | 6.69 km |
| Vadgaon | North-West | 7.84 km |
| Mankarnawadi | South-East | 7.91 km |
| Gondavale Bk. | South-West | 8.28 km |
| Lodhavade | South | 8.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranand
Ranand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 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 Ranand is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ranand 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 Ranand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranand
Where is Ranand located?
Ranand village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranand?
Ranand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranand?
The pincode of Ranand is 415508.
What is the population of Ranand?
Ranand has a total population of 3,509, including 1,773 males and 1,736 females.
How many households are there in Ranand?
There are 798 households in Ranand.
What is the literacy rate in Ranand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranand is 71.82%. Male literacy is 77.83% and female literacy is 65.67%.