Ran Nagar - Nighasan, Kheri
Ran Nagar is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Lakhimpur. Ganga Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ran Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ran Nagar is 135001. The village covers a total geographical area of 1159.85 hectares and falls under the 262907 pincode. Paliya is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Ran Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ran Nagar
As per Census 2011, Ran Nagar village has a total population of 1,499 people, consisting of 777 males and 722 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 643 literate and 856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ran Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,499 | 777 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 165 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 407 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 370 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Ran Nagar
Ran Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganga Nagar | West | 1.81 km |
| Deep Nagar | West | 2.90 km |
| Banveer Pur | South | 3.26 km |
| Indra Nagar | East | 3.50 km |
| Gulariya Patthar Shah | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Seswari | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Surat Nagar | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Kadeya | West | 5.35 km |
| Kisun Nagar | West | 5.42 km |
| Ray Pur | South | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ran Nagar
Ran Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tikunia, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paliya to Ran Nagar is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lakhimpur to Ran Nagar is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ran Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ran Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ran Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ran Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ran Nagar
Where is Ran Nagar located?
Ran Nagar village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ran Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ran Nagar is Ganga Nagar.
What is the pincode of Ran Nagar?
The pincode of Ran Nagar is 262907.
What is the population of Ran Nagar?
Ran Nagar has a total population of 1,499, including 777 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Ran Nagar?
There are 283 households in Ran Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Ran Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ran Nagar is 42.90%. Male literacy is 52.38% and female literacy is 32.69%.