Ruppura - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Ruppura is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Anganwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruppura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruppura is 508569. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.94 hectares and falls under the 385555 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ruppura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ruppura
According to the 2011 Census, Ruppura village had a total population of 102 people, including 45 males and 57 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.86%, with male literacy at 52.94% and female literacy at 14.89%.
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 | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 27 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Ruppura
Ruppura 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 Ruppura
Ruppura 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 Tharad to Ruppura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ruppura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruppura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruppura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ruppura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruppura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ruppura
Where is Ruppura located?
Ruppura village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ruppura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruppura is Anganwada.
What is the pincode of Ruppura?
The pincode of Ruppura is 385555.
What is the population of Ruppura?
Ruppura had a total population of 102, including 45 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Ruppura?
Ruppura had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruppura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruppura was 30.86%. Male literacy was 52.94% and female literacy was 14.89%.