Rafu - Sami, Patan
Rafu is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Rafu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rafu is 509013. The village covers a total geographical area of 4206.64 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rafu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rafu
As per Census 2011, Rafu village has a total population of 3,255 people, consisting of 1,698 males and 1,557 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,629 literate and 1,626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rafu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,255 | 1,698 | 1,557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 280 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 166 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,629 | 1,056 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,626 | 642 | 984 |
Nearby Villages of Rafu
Rafu 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 Rafu
Rafu 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 Radhanpur to Rafu is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Rafu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rafu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rafu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rafu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rafu 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 Rafu
Where is Rafu located?
Rafu village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rafu?
Rafu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rafu?
The pincode of Rafu is 384245.
What is the population of Rafu?
Rafu has a total population of 3,255, including 1,698 males and 1,557 females.
How many households are there in Rafu?
There are 581 households in Rafu.
What is the literacy rate in Rafu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rafu is 50.05%. Male literacy is 62.19% and female literacy is 36.80%.