Ratang - Visavadar, Junagadh
Ratang is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Ratang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratang is 514633. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.33 hectares and falls under the 362120 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ratang 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 Ratang
According to the 2011 Census, Ratang village had a total population of 1,227 people, including 624 males and 603 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.20%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 67.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 1,227 | 624 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 71 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 479 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 145 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Ratang
Ratang 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 Ratang
Public transport in the Ratang is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ratang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Ratang is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ratang is about 31 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 Ratang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ratang
Where is Ratang located?
Ratang village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratang?
Ratang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratang?
The pincode of Ratang is 362120.
What is the population of Ratang?
Ratang had a total population of 1,227, including 624 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Ratang?
Ratang had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ratang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratang was 77.20%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 67.91%.