Google Map Of Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri, a part of Konkan is a port town which is located on the Arabian Sea shore in district Ratnagiri. Heavy rainfall outcomes in tough landscape in the coastal areas, but productive alluvial valleys in the area produce plentiful fruits, rice, coconuts and cashew nuts. An Alphanso mango is one of the main fruit of Ratnagiri town. Fishing is the major trade in Ratnagiri. Ratnagiri is located at 16.98N 73.3E. It has a height of 36 feet. According to 2008 Indian survey the population of Ratnagiri Town was 100,000 of which males and females were 55 percent and 45 percent respectively. 86 percent of the males and 87 percent of females were educated of the total population. 11 percent population of Ratnagiri was beneath 6 years of age. 70 percent of the total populace in Ratnagiri are Hindus and around 20 percent of the total population are Muslims. The primary languages of the town are Marathi and Konkani. People prefer clothing which is mostly made out of cotton. Many showrooms for vehicles and many big industries are located in and around Ratnagiri. Good educational institutions and schools are also available in the city. Ratnagiri is joined by road to Mumbai, Mangaluru, Madgaon, Karwar etc. Ratnagiri station is one of the most prominent stations on the the Konkan Railway. Prime attraction tourist places in and around Ratnagiri are Rajapur Ganga, Marleshwar, Thiba Palace and Mandavi Beach etc.