Ran - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Ran is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from Kalyanpur and around 92 km from Jamnagar. Ran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ran is 513944. The village covers a total geographical area of 4683.38 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ran
According to the 2011 Census, Ran village had a total population of 8,648 people, including 4,448 males and 4,200 females, living in 1,541 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.30%, with male literacy at 74.40% and female literacy at 53.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 8,648 | 4,448 | 4,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,300 | 671 | 629 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 168 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,725 | 2,810 | 1,915 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,923 | 1,638 | 2,285 |
Nearby Villages of Ran
Ran 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 Ran
Public transport in the Ran is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Ran is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Ran is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ran
Where is Ran located?
Ran village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ran?
Ran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ran?
The pincode of Ran is 361315.
What is the population of Ran?
Ran had a total population of 8,648, including 4,448 males and 4,200 females.
How many households are there in Ran?
Ran had 1,541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ran was 64.30%. Male literacy was 74.40% and female literacy was 53.63%.