Ranipur - Barharia, Siwan
Ranipur is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sadarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranipur is 231475. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ranipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranipur
As per Census 2011, Ranipur village has a total population of 3,189 people, consisting of 1,634 males and 1,555 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,019 literate and 1,170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,189 | 1,634 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 262 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,019 | 1,170 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,170 | 464 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Ranipur
Ranipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuahi | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Balapur | South | 1.17 km |
| Tilbhria Kala | West | 1.36 km |
| Korigawan | North | 1.48 km |
| Sadarpur | East | 1.74 km |
| Khizar Chak | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Sahba Chak | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Mansahata | West | 2.10 km |
| Nuruddinpur | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Paharpur | South-East | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranipur
Ranipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amlori Sarsar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Ranipur is about 12 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 Ranipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranipur
Where is Ranipur located?
Ranipur village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranipur is Sadarpur.
What is the pincode of Ranipur?
The pincode of Ranipur is 841232.
What is the population of Ranipur?
Ranipur has a total population of 3,189, including 1,634 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Ranipur?
There are 537 households in Ranipur.
What is the literacy rate in Ranipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranipur is 63.31%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 54.60%.