Ranikund - Umarpada, Surat
Ranikund is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Umarkhadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranikund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranikund is 523938. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.69 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Jhankhvav is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ranikund 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 Ranikund
According to the 2011 Census, Ranikund village had a total population of 358 people, including 183 males and 175 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.54%, with male literacy at 74.39% and female literacy at 49.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 358 | 183 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 181 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 122 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 61 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Ranikund
Ranikund 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 Ranikund
Ranikund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Jhankhvav to Ranikund is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Ranikund is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranikund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranikund 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranikund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranikund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranikund
Where is Ranikund located?
Ranikund village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranikund?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranikund is Umarkhadi.
What is the pincode of Ranikund?
The pincode of Ranikund is 394440.
What is the population of Ranikund?
Ranikund had a total population of 358, including 183 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Ranikund?
Ranikund had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranikund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranikund was 62.54%. Male literacy was 74.39% and female literacy was 49.67%.