Raniya - Thasra, Kheda
Raniya is a village situated in the Thasra taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thasra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Raniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raniya is 517777. The village covers a total geographical area of 822.78 hectares and falls under the 388230 pincode. Thasra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raniya
As per Census 2011, Raniya village has a total population of 6,475 people, consisting of 3,313 males and 3,162 females. The village has 1,193 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 923 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,641 literate and 1,834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,475 | 3,313 | 3,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 923 | 500 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 4,641 | 2,615 | 2,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,834 | 698 | 1,136 |
Nearby Villages of Raniya
Raniya 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 Raniya
Raniya 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 Thasra to Raniya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Raniya 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 Raniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raniya 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raniya
Where is Raniya located?
Raniya village is located in Thasra Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raniya?
Raniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raniya?
The pincode of Raniya is 388230.
What is the population of Raniya?
Raniya has a total population of 6,475, including 3,313 males and 3,162 females.
How many households are there in Raniya?
There are 1,193 households in Raniya.
What is the literacy rate in Raniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raniya is 71.68%. Male literacy is 78.93% and female literacy is 64.07%.