Ranigam - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Ranigam is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ranigam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranigam is 516464. The village covers a total geographical area of 1810.84 hectares and falls under the 364510 pincode. Savarkundla is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ranigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranigam
According to the 2011 Census, Ranigam village had a total population of 2,236 people, including 1,113 males and 1,123 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.90%, with male literacy at 69.01% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 2,236 | 1,113 | 1,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 659 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,063 | 454 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Ranigam
Ranigam 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 Ranigam
Public transport in the Ranigam 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 Savarkundla to Ranigam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ranigam is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranigam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranigam
Where is Ranigam located?
Ranigam village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranigam?
Ranigam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranigam?
The pincode of Ranigam is 364510.
What is the population of Ranigam?
Ranigam had a total population of 2,236, including 1,113 males and 1,123 females.
How many households are there in Ranigam?
Ranigam had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranigam was 60.90%. Male literacy was 69.01% and female literacy was 52.94%.