Ranot - Rampur, Shimla
Ranot is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dofda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranot is 023567. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Ranot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranot
According to the 2011 Census, Ranot village had a total population of 94 people, including 42 males and 52 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 95.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Ranot
Ranot 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 Ranot
Ranot 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ranot is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ranot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ranot
Where is Ranot located?
Ranot village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranot is Dofda.
What is the pincode of Ranot?
The pincode of Ranot is 172201.
What is the population of Ranot?
Ranot had a total population of 94, including 42 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Ranot?
Ranot had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranot was 97.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 95.83%.