Ranasan - Vijapur, Mahesana
Ranasan is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Ranasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranasan is 509444. The village covers a total geographical area of 1160.65 hectares and falls under the 384570 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ranasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranasan
According to the 2011 Census, Ranasan village had a total population of 5,334 people, including 2,732 males and 2,602 females, living in 1,217 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.09%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 84.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 5,334 | 2,732 | 2,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 281 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 191 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,296 | 2,290 | 2,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 442 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Ranasan
Ranasan 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 Ranasan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ranasan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Ranasan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Ranasan 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 Ranasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranasan 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 Ranasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranasan 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 Ranasan
Where is Ranasan located?
Ranasan village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranasan?
Ranasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranasan?
The pincode of Ranasan is 384570.
What is the population of Ranasan?
Ranasan had a total population of 5,334, including 2,732 males and 2,602 females.
How many households are there in Ranasan?
Ranasan had 1,217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranasan was 89.09%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 84.61%.