Ranpur - Bhesan, Junagadh
Ranpur is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Ranpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranpur is 514543. The village covers a total geographical area of 2881.32 hectares and falls under the 362030 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ranpur village had a total population of 6,452 people, including 3,329 males and 3,123 females, living in 1,313 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.22%, with male literacy at 82.50% and female literacy at 71.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432.
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 | 6,452 | 3,329 | 3,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 295 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 230 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,562 | 2,503 | 2,059 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,890 | 826 | 1,064 |
Nearby Villages of Ranpur
Ranpur 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 Ranpur
Ranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Junagadh to Ranpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranpur 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 Ranpur
Where is Ranpur located?
Ranpur village is located in Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranpur?
Ranpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranpur?
The pincode of Ranpur is 362030.
What is the population of Ranpur?
Ranpur had a total population of 6,452, including 3,329 males and 3,123 females.
How many households are there in Ranpur?
Ranpur had 1,313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranpur was 77.22%. Male literacy was 82.50% and female literacy was 71.64%.