Ranjitnagar - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Ranjitnagar is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Ranjitnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranjitnagar is 518800. The village covers a total geographical area of 884.89 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ranjitnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranjitnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ranjitnagar village had a total population of 2,688 people, including 1,424 males and 1,264 females, living in 536 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.24%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 56.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,047.
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 | 2,688 | 1,424 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 185 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,047 | 535 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 1,659 | 1,027 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 397 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Ranjitnagar
Ranjitnagar 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 Ranjitnagar
Ranjitnagar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Ranjitnagar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Ranjitnagar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranjitnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranjitnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranjitnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranjitnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranjitnagar
Where is Ranjitnagar located?
Ranjitnagar village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjitnagar?
Ranjitnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranjitnagar?
The pincode of Ranjitnagar is 389380.
What is the population of Ranjitnagar?
Ranjitnagar had a total population of 2,688, including 1,424 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Ranjitnagar?
Ranjitnagar had 536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjitnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranjitnagar was 70.24%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 56.28%.