Rafai - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Rafai is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Santrampur and around 50 km from Godhra. Chunthana Muvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rafai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rafai is 518083. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.7 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rafai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rafai
According to the 2011 Census, Rafai village had a total population of 268 people, including 141 males and 127 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.12%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 74.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 268 | 141 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 114 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 27 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Rafai
Rafai 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 Rafai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rafai.
| 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 Lunawada to Rafai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Rafai 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 Rafai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rafai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rafai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rafai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rafai
Where is Rafai located?
Rafai village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rafai?
The Gram Panchayat of Rafai is Chunthana Muvada.
What is the pincode of Rafai?
The pincode of Rafai is 389230.
What is the population of Rafai?
Rafai had a total population of 268, including 141 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Rafai?
Rafai had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rafai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rafai was 81.12%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 74.58%.