Ratanpur (Ga) - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Ratanpur (Ga) is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Ratanpur (Ga) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanpur (Ga) is 516078. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168.41 hectares and falls under the 364313 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ratanpur (Ga) 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 Ratanpur (Ga)
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanpur (Ga) village had a total population of 1,509 people, including 780 males and 729 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.21%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 61.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 1,509 | 780 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 560 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 220 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanpur (Ga)
Ratanpur (Ga) 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 Ratanpur (Ga)
Ratanpur (Ga) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vallabhipur to Ratanpur (Ga) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ratanpur (Ga) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanpur (Ga)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanpur (Ga) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanpur (Ga)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanpur (Ga) 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 Ratanpur (Ga)
Where is Ratanpur (Ga) located?
Ratanpur (Ga) village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanpur (Ga)?
Ratanpur (Ga) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratanpur (Ga)?
The pincode of Ratanpur (Ga) is 364313.
What is the population of Ratanpur (Ga)?
Ratanpur (Ga) had a total population of 1,509, including 780 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Ratanpur (Ga)?
Ratanpur (Ga) had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanpur (Ga)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanpur (Ga) was 72.21%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 61.00%.