Ranpur - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Ranpur is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Lunawada and around 52 km from Godhra. Ranpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranpur is 518197. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.68 hectares and falls under the 389220 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranpur
As per Census 2011, Ranpur village has a total population of 1,731 people, consisting of 897 males and 834 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,038 literate and 693 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,731 | 897 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 152 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 108 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 633 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 264 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Ranpur
Ranpur 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 Ranpur
Ranpur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Ranpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Ranpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranpur
Where is Ranpur located?
Ranpur village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranpur?
Ranpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranpur?
The pincode of Ranpur is 389220.
What is the population of Ranpur?
Ranpur has a total population of 1,731, including 897 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Ranpur?
There are 317 households in Ranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranpur is 59.97%. Male literacy is 70.57% and female literacy is 48.56%.