Ramsan - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Ramsan is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ramsan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramsan is 508242. The village covers a total geographical area of 3397.63 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ramsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramsan
According to the 2011 Census, Ramsan village had a total population of 7,255 people, including 3,730 males and 3,525 females, living in 1,157 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.71%, with male literacy at 71.65% and female literacy at 45.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 624, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 7,255 | 3,730 | 3,525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,193 | 637 | 556 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 334 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 3,559 | 2,216 | 1,343 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,696 | 1,514 | 2,182 |
Nearby Villages of Ramsan
Ramsan 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 Ramsan
Public transport in the Ramsan 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 Deesa to Ramsan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ramsan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramsan
Where is Ramsan located?
Ramsan village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramsan?
Ramsan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramsan?
The pincode of Ramsan is 385310.
What is the population of Ramsan?
Ramsan had a total population of 7,255, including 3,730 males and 3,525 females.
How many households are there in Ramsan?
Ramsan had 1,157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramsan was 58.71%. Male literacy was 71.65% and female literacy was 45.23%.