Ruvel - Ogad, Banas Kantha
Ruvel is a village situated in the Ogad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Shihori and around 80 km from Palanpur. Ruvel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruvel is 508552. The village covers a total geographical area of 1505.66 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ruvel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ruvel
As per Census 2011, Ruvel village has a total population of 2,712 people, consisting of 1,396 males and 1,316 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 1,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruvel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,712 | 1,396 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 229 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 772 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 624 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Ruvel
Ruvel 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 Ruvel
Ruvel 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabhar to Ruvel is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ruvel 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 Ruvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruvel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ruvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruvel 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 Ruvel
Where is Ruvel located?
Ruvel village is located in Ogad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruvel?
Ruvel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ruvel?
The pincode of Ruvel is 385320.
What is the population of Ruvel?
Ruvel has a total population of 2,712, including 1,396 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Ruvel?
There are 448 households in Ruvel.
What is the literacy rate in Ruvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruvel is 45.24%. Male literacy is 55.30% and female literacy is 34.57%.