Ralgon - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Ralgon is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ralgon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ralgon is 516627. The village covers a total geographical area of 1153.1 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ralgon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ralgon
According to the 2011 Census, Ralgon village had a total population of 3,192 people, including 1,689 males and 1,503 females, living in 573 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.29%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 54.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 3,192 | 1,689 | 1,503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 211 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 1,187 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 502 | 786 |
Nearby Villages of Ralgon
Ralgon 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 Ralgon
Ralgon 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 Talaja to Ralgon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ralgon 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 Ralgon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ralgon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ralgon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ralgon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ralgon
Where is Ralgon located?
Ralgon village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ralgon?
Ralgon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ralgon?
The pincode of Ralgon is 364145.
What is the population of Ralgon?
Ralgon had a total population of 3,192, including 1,689 males and 1,503 females.
How many households are there in Ralgon?
Ralgon had 573 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ralgon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ralgon was 68.29%. Male literacy was 80.31% and female literacy was 54.73%.