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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Ranot village has a total population of 94 people, consisting of 42 males and 52 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,238 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 6 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | - | 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 has a total population of 94, including 42 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Ranot?
There are 23 households in Ranot.
What is the literacy rate in Ranot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranot is 93.62%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 88.46%.