Raniwada - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Raniwada is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Raniwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raniwada is 516754. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076.06 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raniwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raniwada
As per Census 2011, Raniwada village has a total population of 4,853 people, consisting of 2,490 males and 2,363 females. The village has 818 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,774 literate and 2,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raniwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,853 | 2,490 | 2,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 376 | 352 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,774 | 1,749 | 1,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,079 | 741 | 1,338 |
Nearby Villages of Raniwada
Raniwada 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 Raniwada
Raniwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mahuva to Raniwada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Raniwada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raniwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raniwada 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 Raniwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raniwada 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raniwada
Where is Raniwada located?
Raniwada village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raniwada?
Raniwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raniwada?
The pincode of Raniwada is 364130.
What is the population of Raniwada?
Raniwada has a total population of 4,853, including 2,490 males and 2,363 females.
How many households are there in Raniwada?
There are 818 households in Raniwada.
What is the literacy rate in Raniwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raniwada is 57.16%. Male literacy is 70.24% and female literacy is 43.38%.