Rana - Daspur - II, Paschim Medinipur
Rana is a village situated in the Daspur - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Gochhati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rana is 337974. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.44 hectares and falls under the 721146 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rana
According to the 2011 Census, Rana village had a total population of 1,623 people, including 815 males and 808 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.51%, with male literacy at 91.16% and female literacy at 79.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211.
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 | 1,623 | 815 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 80 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 115 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,245 | 670 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 145 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Rana
Rana 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 Rana
Rana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Rana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rana 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 Rana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rana 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 Rana
Where is Rana located?
Rana village is located in Daspur - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rana?
The Gram Panchayat of Rana is Gochhati.
What is the pincode of Rana?
The pincode of Rana is 721146.
What is the population of Rana?
Rana had a total population of 1,623, including 815 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Rana?
Rana had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rana was 85.51%. Male literacy was 91.16% and female literacy was 79.75%.