Ranagadh - Limbdi, Surendranagar
Ranagadh is a village situated in the Limbdi taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Limbdi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Ranagadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranagadh is 512536. The village covers a total geographical area of 13542.85 hectares and falls under the 363427 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Ranagadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranagadh
As per Census 2011, Ranagadh village has a total population of 9,501 people, consisting of 4,972 males and 4,529 females. The village has 1,753 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,822 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,291 literate and 6,210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,692 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranagadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,501 | 4,972 | 4,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,822 | 967 | 855 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 136 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,692 | 3,472 | 3,220 |
| Literate Population | 3,291 | 2,289 | 1,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,210 | 2,683 | 3,527 |
Nearby Villages of Ranagadh
Ranagadh 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 Ranagadh
Ranagadh 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Limbdi to Ranagadh is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Ranagadh is about 72 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 Ranagadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranagadh 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 Ranagadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranagadh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ranagadh
Where is Ranagadh located?
Ranagadh village is located in Limbdi Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranagadh?
Ranagadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranagadh?
The pincode of Ranagadh is 363427.
What is the population of Ranagadh?
Ranagadh has a total population of 9,501, including 4,972 males and 4,529 females.
How many households are there in Ranagadh?
There are 1,753 households in Ranagadh.
What is the literacy rate in Ranagadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranagadh is 34.64%. Male literacy is 46.04% and female literacy is 22.12%.