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
According to the 2011 Census, Rupnagar village had a total population of 1,171 people, including 619 males and 552 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.19%, with male literacy at 74.13% and female literacy at 45.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 1,171 | 619 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 70 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,171, including 619 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Rupnagar?
Rupnagar had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rupnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupnagar was 60.19%. Male literacy was 74.13% and female literacy was 45.06%.