Ranidhar - Mendarda, Junagadh
Ranidhar is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Ranidhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranidhar is 514716. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.13 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ranidhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranidhar
According to the 2011 Census, Ranidhar village had a total population of 247 people, including 134 males and 113 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.61%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 60.78%.
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 | 247 | 134 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 91 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 43 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Ranidhar
Ranidhar 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 Ranidhar
Ranidhar 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 Ranidhar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ranidhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranidhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranidhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranidhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranidhar 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 Ranidhar
Where is Ranidhar located?
Ranidhar village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranidhar?
Ranidhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranidhar?
The pincode of Ranidhar is 362260.
What is the population of Ranidhar?
Ranidhar had a total population of 247, including 134 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Ranidhar?
Ranidhar had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranidhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranidhar was 68.61%. Male literacy was 75.21% and female literacy was 60.78%.