Rupnagar - Sami, Patan
Rupnagar is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Rupnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupnagar is 508997. The village covers a total geographical area of 1760.2 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rupnagar 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 Rupnagar
As per Census 2011, Rupnagar village has a total population of 1,171 people, consisting of 619 males and 552 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 635 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,171 | 619 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 70 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 407 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 212 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Rupnagar
Rupnagar 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 Rupnagar
Public transport in the Rupnagar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Rupnagar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Rupnagar 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 Rupnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rupnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rupnagar
Where is Rupnagar located?
Rupnagar village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupnagar?
Rupnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupnagar?
The pincode of Rupnagar is 384245.
What is the population of Rupnagar?
Rupnagar has a total population of 1,171, including 619 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Rupnagar?
There are 250 households in Rupnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Rupnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupnagar is 54.23%. Male literacy is 65.75% and female literacy is 41.30%.