Ranian - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Ranian is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Rania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranian is 033584. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 141122 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Ranian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranian
According to the 2011 Census, Ranian village had a total population of 2,117 people, including 1,142 males and 975 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.48%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 78.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,085.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,117 | 1,142 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 123 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,085 | 584 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,568 | 880 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 262 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Ranian
Ranian 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 Ranian
Ranian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ranian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Ranian is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranian
Where is Ranian located?
Ranian village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranian?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranian is Rania.
What is the pincode of Ranian?
The pincode of Ranian is 141122.
What is the population of Ranian?
Ranian had a total population of 2,117, including 1,142 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Ranian?
Ranian had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranian was 82.48%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 78.00%.