Rangpur
Rangpur is a village located in Keshod taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Keshod (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Rangpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rangpur unique in its vibrant Keshod-Junagadh region. You’ll see Rangpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rangpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rangpur is 514771. The village spans a total geographical area of 914.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362227. Keshod is nearest town to Rangpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rangpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rangpur
Population of Rangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rangpur has a total population of about 2,240, with approximately 1,163 males and 1,077 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 180 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.53%, with male literacy at about 77.39% and female literacy near 58.96%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rangpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,163 | 1,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,535 | 900 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 263 | 442 |
Connectivity of Rangpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rangpur. As per the 2011 stats, Rangpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rangpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Rangpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rangpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rangpur
- Where is Rangpur located?
- Rangpur village is situated in Keshod Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rangpur?
- Rangpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rangpur?
- The pincode of Rangpur is 362227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rangpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangpur is 2,240, with 1,163 males and 1,077 females.
- How many households are there in Rangpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rangpur village has a total of 535 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rangpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangpur is 68.53%. The male literacy rate is 77.39%, while the female literacy rate is 58.96%.