Rangpur - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Rangpur is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Sutrapada and around 125 km from Junagadh. Rangpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangpur is 515058. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.04 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Rangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangpur
As per Census 2011, Rangpur village has a total population of 2,149 people, consisting of 1,094 males and 1,055 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,177 literate and 972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,149 | 1,094 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 689 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 405 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Rangpur
Rangpur 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 Rangpur
Public transport in the Rangpur 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 Kodinar to Rangpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Rangpur is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rangpur
Where is Rangpur located?
Rangpur village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangpur?
Rangpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rangpur?
The pincode of Rangpur is 362268.
What is the population of Rangpur?
Rangpur has a total population of 2,149, including 1,094 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Rangpur?
There are 412 households in Rangpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangpur is 54.77%. Male literacy is 62.98% and female literacy is 46.26%.