Ban - Ranapur, Jhabua
Ban is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Ban village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban is 504896. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150.78 hectares and falls under the 457993 pincode. Ranapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ban
As per Census 2011, Ban village has a total population of 3,164 people, consisting of 1,564 males and 1,600 females. The village has 646 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 549 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,349 literate and 1,815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,029 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,164 | 1,564 | 1,600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 284 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,029 | 1,495 | 1,534 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 801 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,815 | 763 | 1,052 |
Nearby Villages of Ban
Ban 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhodli | East | 2.86 km |
| Chui | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Chormandli | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Puwala | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Bhoot Khedi | North | 3.36 km |
| Charmali | West | 3.56 km |
| Jambukheda | South | 4.05 km |
| Sardarpura | West | 4.75 km |
| Hattipura | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Sanod | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ban
Ban 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 105.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ranapur to Ban is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Ban is about 25 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 Ban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ban 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ban
Where is Ban located?
Ban village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban?
Ban is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ban?
The pincode of Ban is 457993.
What is the population of Ban?
Ban has a total population of 3,164, including 1,564 males and 1,600 females.
How many households are there in Ban?
There are 646 households in Ban.
What is the literacy rate in Ban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban is 42.64%. Male literacy is 51.21% and female literacy is 34.25%.