Ran Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Ran village has a total population of 8,648 people, consisting of 4,448 males and 4,200 females. The village has 1,541 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,725 literate and 3,923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ran are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 8,648, including 4,448 males and 4,200 females.
How many households are there in Ran?
There are 1,541 households in Ran.
What is the literacy rate in Ran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ran is 54.64%. Male literacy is 63.17% and female literacy is 45.60%.