Raningpara - Keshod, Junagadh
Raningpara is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Raningpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raningpara is 514752. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.78 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Raningpara 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 Raningpara
According to the 2011 Census, Raningpara village had a total population of 1,682 people, including 888 males and 794 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.33%, with male literacy at 76.18% and female literacy at 55.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246.
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 | 1,682 | 888 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 598 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 290 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Raningpara
Raningpara 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 Raningpara
Raningpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raningpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Raningpara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Raningpara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raningpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raningpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raningpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raningpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raningpara
Where is Raningpara located?
Raningpara village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raningpara?
Raningpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raningpara?
The pincode of Raningpara is 362220.
What is the population of Raningpara?
Raningpara had a total population of 1,682, including 888 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Raningpara?
Raningpara had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raningpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raningpara was 66.33%. Male literacy was 76.18% and female literacy was 55.24%.