Ranu - Padra, Vadodara
Ranu is a village situated in the Padra taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padra and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Ranu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranu is 521064. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.95 hectares and falls under the 391445 pincode. Padra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ranu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranu
As per Census 2011, Ranu village has a total population of 6,092 people, consisting of 3,208 males and 2,884 females. The village has 1,188 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 851 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,157 literate and 1,935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,092 | 3,208 | 2,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 851 | 454 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 237 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 4,157 | 2,365 | 1,792 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,935 | 843 | 1,092 |
Nearby Villages of Ranu
Ranu 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 Ranu
Ranu 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padra to Ranu is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Ranu is about 24 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 Ranu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranu
Where is Ranu located?
Ranu village is located in Padra Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranu?
Ranu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranu?
The pincode of Ranu is 391445.
What is the population of Ranu?
Ranu has a total population of 6,092, including 3,208 males and 2,884 females.
How many households are there in Ranu?
There are 1,188 households in Ranu.
What is the literacy rate in Ranu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranu is 68.24%. Male literacy is 73.72% and female literacy is 62.14%.