Ranjitgarh - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Ranjitgarh is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Yadwapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranjitgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranjitgarh is 187376. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.71 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode.
Ranjitgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranjitgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Ranjitgarh village had a total population of 527 people, including 277 males and 250 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.90%, with male literacy at 77.68% and female literacy at 52.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 527 | 277 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 127 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 181 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 96 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Ranjitgarh
Ranjitgarh 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 Ranjitgarh
Ranjitgarh 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Ranjitgarh is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranjitgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranjitgarh 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 Ranjitgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranjitgarh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranjitgarh
Where is Ranjitgarh located?
Ranjitgarh village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjitgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranjitgarh is Yadwapur.
What is the pincode of Ranjitgarh?
The pincode of Ranjitgarh is 273406.
What is the population of Ranjitgarh?
Ranjitgarh had a total population of 527, including 277 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Ranjitgarh?
Ranjitgarh had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjitgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranjitgarh was 65.90%. Male literacy was 77.68% and female literacy was 52.45%.