This single guide covers all essential mobile apps, websites, helplines, and online services you may need while staying in Ratnagiri—so you don’t have to search anywhere else.
1. Transport & Travel Apps
Ola / Uber
- App-based cabs available mainly in city areas
- Best for railway station pick-ups and short city travel
- Limited availability late night
MSRTC (ST Bus App & Website)
- Book government buses for Konkan and Maharashtra routes
- Reliable for Mumbai, Pune, Kolhapur, Goa
- Website: msrtc.maharashtra.gov.in
IRCTC Rail Connect
- Train ticket booking for Ratnagiri Railway Station
- Live train status and platform details
- Essential for long-distance travel
Local Auto & Taxi (Offline)
- No dedicated app
- Easily available near station, bus stand, markets
- Always confirm fare before starting
2. Navigation & Maps
Google Maps
- Best for directions to beaches, forts, temples, hotels
- Shows nearby restaurants, ATMs, petrol pumps
- Works well even in rural Konkan areas
MapMyIndia
- Useful alternative in low-network zones
- Better accuracy for highways and remote villages
3. Food, Dining & Grocery
Zomato
- Restaurant discovery, menus, reviews
- Limited food delivery availability
- Best for checking popular local eateries
Local Grocery Apps / WhatsApp Stores
- Many local shops take orders via WhatsApp calls
- Ask hotel staff for nearby delivery contacts
Hapus Mango Sellers (Seasonal Websites & Instagram Pages)
- Order authentic Alphonso mangoes directly from farms
- Available mainly March–June
4. Hotels, Homestays & Tourism
MakeMyTrip / Goibibo / Booking.com
- Book hotels, resorts, and homestays
- Helpful for price comparison and reviews
Airbnb
- Ideal for beachside homestays and village stays
- Popular near Ganpatipule, Bhatye, Aare-Ware
Maharashtra Tourism Website
- Official information on beaches, forts, temples
- Event updates and travel advisories
- Website: maharashtratourism.gov.in
5. Emergency & Essential Services
112 India App
- One app for police, ambulance, fire emergencies
- Works across Maharashtra
Aarogya Setu
- Health alerts and emergency health info
- Useful during medical emergencies
MSEDCL App
- Electricity bill payment and power cut updates
- Complaint registration
6. Banking, Payments & Utilities
Google Pay / PhonePe / Paytm
- Widely accepted in shops, hotels, taxis
- UPI works well across Ratnagiri
Bank Apps (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, etc.)
- ATM and branch locator
- Cash withdrawal alerts
Municipal Council Website
- Property tax, water bill information
- Civic announcements
7. Local News & Information
Local Marathi News Websites
- Konkan news updates
- Weather alerts during monsoon
- Road and ferry updates
IMD Weather App
- Accurate monsoon and cyclone alerts
- Highly recommended during June–September
8. Shopping & Local Markets
Google Maps + Reviews
- Best way to find local markets, mango shops, cashew sellers
- Helpful for souvenir and handicraft shopping
Local Facebook Pages & Groups
- Events, festivals, temple timings
- Mango season updates, beach alerts
9. Language & Communication
Google Translate
- Marathi ↔ English/Hindi translation
- Camera translation helpful for signs and menus
Jio / Airtel / Vi Apps
- Network management and recharge
- Jio usually offers best coverage in Konkan
10. Helpful Tips for Visitors
- Download apps before arriving (network may fluctuate)
- Carry cash for remote beaches and villages
- Save offline Google Maps
- Ask locals—people are friendly and helpful
- Monsoon travel: always check weather and road status