Ranjeetgarh - Jobat, Alirajpur
Ranjeetgarh is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Ranjeetgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranjeetgarh is 505048. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.75 hectares and falls under the 457990 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ranjeetgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranjeetgarh
As per Census 2011, Ranjeetgarh village has a total population of 1,835 people, consisting of 923 males and 912 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 1,476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,828 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranjeetgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,835 | 923 | 912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 228 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,828 | 920 | 908 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 214 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,476 | 709 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Ranjeetgarh
Ranjeetgarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhadawad | North | 1.29 km |
| Nimthal | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Ghuddaliya | East | 2.53 km |
| Kakdawa | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Gunjheri | West | 2.99 km |
| Karchat | North | 3.38 km |
| Bawdiya | South | 3.64 km |
| Thana | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Chamjhar | East | 4.18 km |
| Pipalwa | East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranjeetgarh
Ranjeetgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jobat to Ranjeetgarh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Ranjeetgarh is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranjeetgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranjeetgarh 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 Ranjeetgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranjeetgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranjeetgarh
Where is Ranjeetgarh located?
Ranjeetgarh village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjeetgarh?
Ranjeetgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranjeetgarh?
The pincode of Ranjeetgarh is 457990.
What is the population of Ranjeetgarh?
Ranjeetgarh has a total population of 1,835, including 923 males and 912 females.
How many households are there in Ranjeetgarh?
There are 236 households in Ranjeetgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjeetgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranjeetgarh is 19.56%. Male literacy is 23.19% and female literacy is 15.90%.