Ranhai - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Ranhai is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Ranhai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranhai is 505563. The village covers a total geographical area of 854.55 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town.
Ranhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranhai
As per Census 2011, Ranhai village has a total population of 1,723 people, consisting of 907 males and 816 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 1,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,456 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,723 | 907 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 188 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 117 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,456 | 767 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 343 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 564 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Ranhai
Ranhai 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 Ranhai
Ranhai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khandwa to Ranhai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranhai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ranhai
Where is Ranhai located?
Ranhai village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranhai?
Ranhai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranhai?
The pincode of Ranhai is 450001.
What is the population of Ranhai?
Ranhai has a total population of 1,723, including 907 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Ranhai?
There are 310 households in Ranhai.
What is the literacy rate in Ranhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranhai is 30.70%. Male literacy is 37.82% and female literacy is 22.79%.