Rangpur - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Rangpur is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhiloda and around 57 km from Himatnagar. Karchha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangpur is 510223. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.12 hectares and falls under the 383355 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rangpur village had a total population of 723 people, including 372 males and 351 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.60%, with male literacy at 96.62% and female literacy at 62.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 723 | 372 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 47 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 314 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 58 | 154 |
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
Public transport in the Rangpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rangpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiloda to Rangpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Rangpur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rangpur
Where is Rangpur located?
Rangpur village is located in Shamlaji Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangpur is Karchha.
What is the pincode of Rangpur?
The pincode of Rangpur is 383355.
What is the population of Rangpur?
Rangpur had a total population of 723, including 372 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Rangpur?
Rangpur had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangpur was 79.60%. Male literacy was 96.62% and female literacy was 62.15%.