Ratanpura (Shihori) - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Ratanpura (Shihori) is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ratanpura (Shihori) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpura (Shihori) is 508520. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.13 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Ratanpura (Shihori) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ratanpura (Shihori)
As per Census 2011, Ratanpura (Shihori) village has a total population of 1,729 people, consisting of 936 males and 793 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 911 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpura (Shihori) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,729 | 936 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 150 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 599 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 337 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpura (Shihori)
Ratanpura (Shihori) 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 Ratanpura (Shihori)
Ratanpura (Shihori) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Ratanpura (Shihori) is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ratanpura (Shihori) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanpura (Shihori)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpura (Shihori) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanpura (Shihori)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpura (Shihori) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratanpura (Shihori)
Where is Ratanpura (Shihori) located?
Ratanpura (Shihori) village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpura (Shihori)?
Ratanpura (Shihori) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratanpura (Shihori)?
The pincode of Ratanpura (Shihori) is 385550.
What is the population of Ratanpura (Shihori)?
Ratanpura (Shihori) has a total population of 1,729, including 936 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpura (Shihori)?
There are 311 households in Ratanpura (Shihori).
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpura (Shihori)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpura (Shihori) is 52.69%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 39.34%.