Rangpur - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Rangpur is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Viramgam and around 60 km from Ahmadabad. Rangpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangpur is 511529. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.03 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rangpur village had a total population of 679 people, including 356 males and 323 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.94%, with male literacy at 91.19% and female literacy at 69.93%.
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 | 679 | 356 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 290 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 66 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Rangpur
Rangpur 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 Rangpur
Rangpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Viramgam to Rangpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Rangpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rangpur
Where is Rangpur located?
Rangpur village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rangpur?
Rangpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rangpur?
The pincode of Rangpur is 382150.
What is the population of Rangpur?
Rangpur had a total population of 679, including 356 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Rangpur?
Rangpur had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangpur was 80.94%. Male literacy was 91.19% and female literacy was 69.93%.