Ranahor - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Ranahor is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Ranahor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranahor is 214091. The village covers a total geographical area of 2559.86 hectares and falls under the 231225 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Ranahor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranahor
As per Census 2011, Ranahor village has a total population of 3,808 people, consisting of 1,998 males and 1,810 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 802 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,565 literate and 2,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,056 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranahor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,808 | 1,998 | 1,810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 802 | 409 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,056 | 567 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,191 | 598 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 1,033 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,243 | 965 | 1,278 |
Nearby Villages of Ranahor
Ranahor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silphori | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Chakariya | West | 4.31 km |
| Churki | South-West | 5.49 km |
| Jogendra | North | 5.53 km |
| Auri | South | 6.04 km |
| Khairchhan | North-West | 6.54 km |
| Gaurhawa | North-West | 7.27 km |
| Anpara (ct) | South | 7.50 km |
| Sidhari | North-West | 8.25 km |
| Chatari | West | 8.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranahor
Public transport in the Ranahor is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mirchadhori, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Ranahor is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranahor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranahor 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 Ranahor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranahor 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 Ranahor
Where is Ranahor located?
Ranahor village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranahor?
Ranahor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranahor?
The pincode of Ranahor is 231225.
What is the population of Ranahor?
Ranahor has a total population of 3,808, including 1,998 males and 1,810 females.
How many households are there in Ranahor?
There are 635 households in Ranahor.
What is the literacy rate in Ranahor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranahor is 41.10%. Male literacy is 51.70% and female literacy is 29.39%.