Ravgaon - Karmala, Solapur
Ravgaon is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ravgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravgaon is 561799. The village covers a total geographical area of 2628.63 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ravgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ravgaon
As per Census 2011, Ravgaon village has a total population of 3,613 people, consisting of 1,876 males and 1,737 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,325 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 665 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,613 | 1,876 | 1,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 234 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 665 | 342 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,325 | 1,322 | 1,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 554 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Ravgaon
Ravgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Limbewadi | North | 3.13 km |
| Wadgaon Kh. | East | 3.46 km |
| Vanjarwadi | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Wadgaon (n) | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Bhose | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Shegud | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Pimpalwadi | South | 4.63 km |
| Mhalangi | West | 5.29 km |
| Khatgaon | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Mangi | East | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravgaon
Ravgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.8 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 Karmala to Ravgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ravgaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravgaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ravgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravgaon 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 Ravgaon
Where is Ravgaon located?
Ravgaon village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravgaon?
Ravgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ravgaon?
The pincode of Ravgaon is 413203.
What is the population of Ravgaon?
Ravgaon has a total population of 3,613, including 1,876 males and 1,737 females.
How many households are there in Ravgaon?
There are 796 households in Ravgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ravgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravgaon is 64.35%. Male literacy is 70.47% and female literacy is 57.74%.