Ratanwadi - Manora, Washim
Ratanwadi is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Ratanwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanwadi is 531139. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ratanwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanwadi village had a total population of 868 people, including 433 males and 435 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.53%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 71.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 867.
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 | 868 | 433 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 867 | 432 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 339 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 94 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanwadi
Ratanwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Someshwarnagar | South | 2.48 km |
| Fulumari Bhag 1 | East | 3.08 km |
| Ranjitnagar | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Palodi | West | 3.65 km |
| Hatoli | North | 4.04 km |
| Amdari | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Bhuli | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Karhol | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Naigaon Bandi | East | 6.24 km |
| Ujwalnagar | West | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ratanwadi
Ratanwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 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 Mangrulpir to Ratanwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Ratanwadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanwadi 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 Ratanwadi
Where is Ratanwadi located?
Ratanwadi village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanwadi?
Ratanwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratanwadi?
The pincode of Ratanwadi is 444403.
What is the population of Ratanwadi?
Ratanwadi had a total population of 868, including 433 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Ratanwadi?
Ratanwadi had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanwadi was 80.53%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 71.16%.