Ranchhodpura - Becharaji, Mahesana
Ranchhodpura is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Ranchhodpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranchhodpura is 509580. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.02 hectares and falls under the 384412 pincode. Chanasma is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ranchhodpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranchhodpura
According to the 2011 Census, Ranchhodpura village had a total population of 666 people, including 338 males and 328 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.69%, with male literacy at 84.64% and female literacy at 54.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 666 | 338 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 248 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 90 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Ranchhodpura
Ranchhodpura 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 Ranchhodpura
Public transport in the Ranchhodpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanasma to Ranchhodpura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Ranchhodpura is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranchhodpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranchhodpura 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 Ranchhodpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranchhodpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranchhodpura
Where is Ranchhodpura located?
Ranchhodpura village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranchhodpura?
Ranchhodpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranchhodpura?
The pincode of Ranchhodpura is 384412.
What is the population of Ranchhodpura?
Ranchhodpura had a total population of 666, including 338 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Ranchhodpura?
Ranchhodpura had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranchhodpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranchhodpura was 69.69%. Male literacy was 84.64% and female literacy was 54.09%.