Ranawas Village - Marwar Junction, Pali
Ranawas is a village situated in the Marwar Junction tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwar Junction and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Ranawas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranawas is 090980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1362.09 hectares and falls under the 306023 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ranawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranawas
As per Census 2011, Ranawas village has a total population of 4,301 people, consisting of 2,091 males and 2,210 females. The village has 1,043 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,499 literate and 1,802 illiterate residents. Additionally, 864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranawas are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,301 | 2,091 | 2,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 251 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 437 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,499 | 1,451 | 1,048 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,802 | 640 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Ranawas
Ranawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadana | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Gura Premsingh | South | 2.99 km |
| Malsa Baori | East | 3.34 km |
| Gura Mehkaran | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Radawas | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Gura Rughnathsingh | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Thakurwas | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Bari | North | 4.84 km |
| Sinchana | East | 5.02 km |
| Gura Durjan | South | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranawas
Public transport in the Ranawas is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Ranawas, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojat to Ranawas is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Ranawas is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ranawas
Where is Ranawas located?
Ranawas village is located in Marwar Junction Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranawas?
Ranawas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranawas?
The pincode of Ranawas is 306023.
What is the population of Ranawas?
Ranawas has a total population of 4,301, including 2,091 males and 2,210 females.
How many households are there in Ranawas?
There are 1,043 households in Ranawas.
What is the literacy rate in Ranawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranawas is 58.10%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 47.42%.