Ranakpor - Mangrol, Surat
Ranakpor is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 52.5 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Ranakpor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranakpor is 523832. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.66 hectares and falls under the 394405 pincode. Ankleshvar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ranakpor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranakpor
According to the 2011 Census, Ranakpor village had a total population of 972 people, including 510 males and 462 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 71.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 972 | 510 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 63 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 396 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 114 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Ranakpor
Ranakpor 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 Ranakpor
Ranakpor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Ankleshvar to Ranakpor is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Ranakpor is about 52.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranakpor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranakpor 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 Ranakpor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranakpor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranakpor
Where is Ranakpor located?
Ranakpor village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranakpor?
Ranakpor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranakpor?
The pincode of Ranakpor is 394405.
What is the population of Ranakpor?
Ranakpor had a total population of 972, including 510 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Ranakpor?
Ranakpor had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranakpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranakpor was 80.21%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 71.33%.