Rantalaw - Manawar, Dhar
Rantalaw is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Rantalaw village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rantalaw is 475638. The village covers a total geographical area of 781.03 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rantalaw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rantalaw
As per Census 2011, Rantalaw village has a total population of 1,556 people, consisting of 809 males and 747 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rantalaw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 809 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 123 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,524 | 790 | 734 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 504 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 305 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Rantalaw
Rantalaw 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anjanya | East | 2.41 km |
| Brahmanpuri | South | 2.45 km |
| Bhesawad | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Pipli | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Singhana | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Palasi | South | 4.08 km |
| Lohari | West | 4.10 km |
| Budhiyakhedi | South | 4.44 km |
| Julwaniya | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Songaon | North | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rantalaw
Rantalaw is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 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 Manawar to Rantalaw is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Rantalaw is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rantalaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rantalaw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rantalaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rantalaw 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rantalaw
Where is Rantalaw located?
Rantalaw village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rantalaw?
Rantalaw is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rantalaw?
The pincode of Rantalaw is 454446.
What is the population of Rantalaw?
Rantalaw has a total population of 1,556, including 809 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Rantalaw?
There are 328 households in Rantalaw.
What is the literacy rate in Rantalaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rantalaw is 50.58%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 37.88%.