Ratanvav - Gadhada, Botad
Ratanvav is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Gadhada and around 100 km from Bhavnagar. Sakhpar Mota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ratanvav village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanvav is 516118. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.69 hectares and falls under the 364750 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ratanvav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ratanvav
According to the 2011 Census, Ratanvav village had a total population of 291 people, including 151 males and 140 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.49%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 54.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 291 | 151 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 102 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 49 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanvav
Ratanvav 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 Ratanvav
Public transport in the Ratanvav is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ratanvav.
| 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 Gadhada to Ratanvav is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Ratanvav is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanvav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ratanvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanvav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratanvav
Where is Ratanvav located?
Ratanvav village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ratanvav?
The Gram Panchayat of Ratanvav is Sakhpar Mota.
What is the pincode of Ratanvav?
The pincode of Ratanvav is 364750.
What is the population of Ratanvav?
Ratanvav had a total population of 291, including 151 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Ratanvav?
Ratanvav had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanvav was 71.49%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 54.46%.