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
As per Census 2011, Ratanpar village has a total population of 1,334 people, consisting of 679 males and 655 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | 679 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 105 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,334, including 679 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpar?
There are 237 households in Ratanpar.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpar is 42.65%. Male literacy is 54.49% and female literacy is 30.38%.