Ranayara - Piploda, Ratlam
Ranayara is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Ranayara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranayara is 469977. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.49 hectares and falls under the 457340 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ranayara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranayara
As per Census 2011, Ranayara village has a total population of 2,671 people, consisting of 1,353 males and 1,318 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,703 literate and 968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranayara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,671 | 1,353 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 151 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 226 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,703 | 1,025 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 328 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Ranayara
Ranayara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khodana | East | 2.68 km |
| Richha Dewada | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Behpur | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Mawta | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Palasiya | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Semal Khedi | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Khajuriya Sarang | North | 3.76 km |
| Naveli | South | 4.30 km |
| Pingrala | East | 5.17 km |
| Chandakhedi | North | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranayara
Ranayara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kachnara, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jaora to Ranayara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Ranayara is about 60 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 Ranayara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranayara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranayara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranayara 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranayara
Where is Ranayara located?
Ranayara village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranayara?
Ranayara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranayara?
The pincode of Ranayara is 457340.
What is the population of Ranayara?
Ranayara has a total population of 2,671, including 1,353 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Ranayara?
There are 544 households in Ranayara.
What is the literacy rate in Ranayara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranayara is 63.76%. Male literacy is 75.76% and female literacy is 51.44%.