Ratanpar - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Ratanpar is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ratanpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpar is 516677. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076.23 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ratanpar 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 Ratanpar
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanpar village had a total population of 1,334 people, including 679 males and 655 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.49%, with male literacy at 64.46% and female literacy at 37.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 1,334 | 679 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 105 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 370 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 309 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpar
Ratanpar 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 Ratanpar
Ratanpar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Palitana to Ratanpar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ratanpar is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratanpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ratanpar
Where is Ratanpar located?
Ratanpar village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpar?
Ratanpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratanpar?
The pincode of Ratanpar is 364145.
What is the population of Ratanpar?
Ratanpar had a total population of 1,334, including 679 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpar?
Ratanpar had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpar was 51.49%. Male literacy was 64.46% and female literacy was 37.48%.