Ranika - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Ranika is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Danta and around 62 km from Palanpur. Barvas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranika is 507925. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.53 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ranika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranika
According to the 2011 Census, Ranika village had a total population of 1,162 people, including 580 males and 582 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.53%, with male literacy at 68.78% and female literacy at 52.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,162.
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 | 1,162 | 580 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 122 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,162 | 580 | 582 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 315 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 265 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Ranika
Ranika 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 Ranika
Public transport in the Ranika is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Ranika is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ranika is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranika
Where is Ranika located?
Ranika village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranika?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranika is Barvas.
What is the pincode of Ranika?
The pincode of Ranika is 385120.
What is the population of Ranika?
Ranika had a total population of 1,162, including 580 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Ranika?
Ranika had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranika was 60.53%. Male literacy was 68.78% and female literacy was 52.62%.