Ranapur - Gaya Town C.D.Block, Gaya
Ranapur is a village situated in the Gaya Town C.D.Block subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaya Town C.d.block and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chakand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranapur is 255366. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.8 hectares and falls under the 823001 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ranapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ranapur village had a total population of 628 people, including 319 males and 309 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.68%, with male literacy at 75.28% and female literacy at 63.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 438.
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 | 628 | 319 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 226 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 204 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 115 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Ranapur
Ranapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ranapur
Public transport in the Ranapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Ranapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Ranapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ranapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranapur
Where is Ranapur located?
Ranapur village is located in Gaya Town C.D.Block Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranapur is Chakand.
What is the pincode of Ranapur?
The pincode of Ranapur is 823001.
What is the population of Ranapur?
Ranapur had a total population of 628, including 319 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Ranapur?
Ranapur had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranapur was 69.68%. Male literacy was 75.28% and female literacy was 63.85%.