Ranakpur - Kadana, Mahisagar
Ranakpur is a village situated in the Kadana taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Kadana and around 60 km from Godhra. Ranakpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranakpur is 517888. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.9 hectares and falls under the 389250 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ranakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranakpur
As per Census 2011, Ranakpur village has a total population of 1,480 people, consisting of 769 males and 711 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 769 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,421 | 743 | 678 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 484 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 285 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Ranakpur
Ranakpur 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 Ranakpur
Ranakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ranakpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Ranakpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Ranakpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranakpur 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 Ranakpur
Where is Ranakpur located?
Ranakpur village is located in Kadana Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranakpur?
Ranakpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranakpur?
The pincode of Ranakpur is 389250.
What is the population of Ranakpur?
Ranakpur has a total population of 1,480, including 769 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Ranakpur?
There are 290 households in Ranakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ranakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranakpur is 52.70%. Male literacy is 62.94% and female literacy is 41.63%.