Ranasan - Talod, Sabar Kantha
Ranasan is a village situated in the Talod taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talod and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Ranasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranasan is 510655. The village covers a total geographical area of 1089.3 hectares and falls under the 383305 pincode. Talod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ranasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prantij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranasan
As per Census 2011, Ranasan village has a total population of 3,376 people, consisting of 1,762 males and 1,614 females. The village has 724 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,483 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,376 | 1,762 | 1,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 228 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 296 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,483 | 1,409 | 1,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 353 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Ranasan
Ranasan 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 Ranasan
Ranasan 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talod to Ranasan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Ranasan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranasan 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 Ranasan
Where is Ranasan located?
Ranasan village is located in Talod Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranasan?
Ranasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranasan?
The pincode of Ranasan is 383305.
What is the population of Ranasan?
Ranasan has a total population of 3,376, including 1,762 males and 1,614 females.
How many households are there in Ranasan?
There are 724 households in Ranasan.
What is the literacy rate in Ranasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranasan is 73.55%. Male literacy is 79.97% and female literacy is 66.54%.