Rakanpur - Kalol Gandhinagar, Gandhinagar
Rakanpur is a village situated in the Kalol Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Kalol and around 25 km from Gandhinagar. Rakanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakanpur is 511171. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.8 hectares and falls under the 382722 pincode. Ahmadabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rakanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rakanpur
As per Census 2011, Rakanpur village has a total population of 2,145 people, consisting of 1,130 males and 1,015 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,751 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,145 | 1,130 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 151 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 143 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 955 | 796 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 175 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Rakanpur
Rakanpur 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 Rakanpur
Rakanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Rakanpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadabad to Rakanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Rakanpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rakanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rakanpur
Where is Rakanpur located?
Rakanpur village is located in Kalol Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakanpur?
Rakanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rakanpur?
The pincode of Rakanpur is 382722.
What is the population of Rakanpur?
Rakanpur has a total population of 2,145, including 1,130 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Rakanpur?
There are 471 households in Rakanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rakanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakanpur is 81.63%. Male literacy is 84.51% and female literacy is 78.42%.