Ramvas - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Ramvas is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ramvas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramvas is 508352. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.8 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ramvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramvas
As per Census 2011, Ramvas village has a total population of 1,212 people, consisting of 620 males and 592 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramvas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,212 | 620 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 114 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 164 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 385 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 235 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Ramvas
Ramvas 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 Ramvas
Ramvas 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Ramvas is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ramvas is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramvas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramvas
Where is Ramvas located?
Ramvas village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramvas?
Ramvas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramvas?
The pincode of Ramvas is 385530.
What is the population of Ramvas?
Ramvas has a total population of 1,212, including 620 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Ramvas?
There are 217 households in Ramvas.
What is the literacy rate in Ramvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramvas is 50.00%. Male literacy is 62.10% and female literacy is 37.33%.