Ranghola - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Ranghola is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ranghola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranghola is 516217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1223.44 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ranghola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranghola
According to the 2011 Census, Ranghola village had a total population of 6,136 people, including 3,192 males and 2,944 females, living in 1,143 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 81.81% and female literacy at 63.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 933.
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 | 6,136 | 3,192 | 2,944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 383 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 933 | 469 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,968 | 2,298 | 1,670 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,168 | 894 | 1,274 |
Nearby Villages of Ranghola
Ranghola 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 Ranghola
Ranghola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ranghola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Ranghola is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ranghola is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranghola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranghola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranghola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranghola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranghola
Where is Ranghola located?
Ranghola village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranghola?
Ranghola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranghola?
The pincode of Ranghola is 364230.
What is the population of Ranghola?
Ranghola had a total population of 6,136, including 3,192 males and 2,944 females.
How many households are there in Ranghola?
Ranghola had 1,143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranghola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranghola was 73.08%. Male literacy was 81.81% and female literacy was 63.72%.