Ranavada - Sami, Patan
Ranavada is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Ranavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranavada is 508969. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022.77 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ranavada 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 Ranavada
As per Census 2011, Ranavada village has a total population of 2,461 people, consisting of 1,292 males and 1,169 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,200 literate and 1,261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranavada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,461 | 1,292 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 216 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,200 | 781 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 511 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Ranavada
Ranavada 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 Ranavada
Ranavada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ranavada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Ranavada 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 Ranavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranavada 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 Ranavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranavada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranavada
Where is Ranavada located?
Ranavada village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranavada?
Ranavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranavada?
The pincode of Ranavada is 384245.
What is the population of Ranavada?
Ranavada has a total population of 2,461, including 1,292 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Ranavada?
There are 422 households in Ranavada.
What is the literacy rate in Ranavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranavada is 48.76%. Male literacy is 60.45% and female literacy is 35.84%.