Rankuwa - Chikhli, Navsari
Rankuwa is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Rankuwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rankuwa is 523062. The village covers a total geographical area of 601.08 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rankuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rankuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Rankuwa village had a total population of 4,656 people, including 2,376 males and 2,280 females, living in 1,045 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.94%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 79.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,023.
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 | 4,656 | 2,376 | 2,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 244 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,023 | 1,531 | 1,492 |
| Literate Population | 3,513 | 1,891 | 1,622 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 485 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Rankuwa
Rankuwa 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 Rankuwa
Public transport in the Rankuwa is mainly available through bus services. Rankuwa 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 Chikhli to Rankuwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Rankuwa 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 Rankuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rankuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rankuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rankuwa 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rankuwa
Where is Rankuwa located?
Rankuwa village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rankuwa?
Rankuwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rankuwa?
The pincode of Rankuwa is 396560.
What is the population of Rankuwa?
Rankuwa had a total population of 4,656, including 2,376 males and 2,280 females.
How many households are there in Rankuwa?
Rankuwa had 1,045 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rankuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankuwa was 83.94%. Male literacy was 88.70% and female literacy was 79.01%.