Rangpur Village - Keshod, Junagadh
Rangpur is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Rangpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangpur is 514771. The village covers a total geographical area of 914.8 hectares and falls under the 362227 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangpur
As per Census 2011, Rangpur village has a total population of 2,240 people, consisting of 1,163 males and 1,077 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,535 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangpur are given below:
| 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 |
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
Rangpur 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 | 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 Keshod to Rangpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Rangpur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangpur
Where is Rangpur located?
Rangpur village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh 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 362227.
What is the population of Rangpur?
Rangpur has a total population of 2,240, including 1,163 males and 1,077 females.
How many households are there in Rangpur?
There are 535 households in Rangpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangpur is 68.53%. Male literacy is 77.39% and female literacy is 58.96%.