Village code 508208

Merwada (Ratanpur) Village, Palanpur Taluka: Map, PIN Code and Population

Merwada (Ratanpur) is a village in Palanpur Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Merwada (Ratanpur) village map in Gujarat
Merwada (Ratanpur) village map image for Palanpur Taluka, Gujarat.

Village Overview

Merwada (Ratanpur) is a village in Palanpur Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. For Merwada (Ratanpur), the population is 1,414, PIN code is 385001 and Census village code is 508208. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Merwada (Ratanpur) village
Village code508208
PIN code385001
Population1,414
Households274
Area351.61 ha / 3.52 sq. km / 869 acres
Population density402 people per sq. km
Sex ratio989 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townPalanpur (7 km)
Current stateGujarat
Census 2011 stateGujarat
Current districtBanas Kantha
Census 2011 districtBanas Kantha

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 385001. This helps users verify the postal area for Merwada (Ratanpur), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Merwada (Ratanpur) village
PIN code385001
Post offices linked with this PINPalanpur HO, Bhagal P BO, Chadotar BO, Dhandha BO, Dhanpura BO, and Gathaman BO
Best matching post officePalanpur HO (Head office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtBanas Kantha
Postal stateGujarat
Postal divisionBanaskantha Division
Postal circleGujarat Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Merwada (Ratanpur) comes under Ratanpur gram panchayat and Palanpur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Palanpur Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluka headquarters is Palanpur at 7 km. The Census district headquarters, Palanpur, is 7 km away.

Administrative details for Merwada (Ratanpur)
Current stateGujarat
Census 2011 stateGujarat
Current districtBanas Kantha
Census 2011 districtBanas Kantha
State code24
District code469
Taluka / Census sub-district code3739
Gram panchayat code97
C.D. Block code18
Block panchayat code18

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Merwada (Ratanpur) village and its household count.

Total population

1,414 residents in 274 households

Male population

711

Female population

703

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 243; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Merwada (Ratanpur)
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Merwada (Ratanpur)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayAvailable
State highwayAvailable
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeAvailable
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Merwada (Ratanpur)
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterAvailable
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power24 hours per day
Winter domestic power24 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Merwada (Ratanpur)
Net area sown199 hectares
Irrigated area99 hectares
Unirrigated area100 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area99 hectares
Non-agricultural area73.74 hectares
Other fallow land10.21 hectares
Main cropWheat
Second cropSorghum
Third cropUdid Bean

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Merwada (Ratanpur)
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Palanpur.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Palanpur, 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Merwada (Ratanpur)

Palanpur (7 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Palanpur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Merwada (Ratanpur)
Nearest major townPalanpur (7 km)
Taluka headquartersPalanpur (7 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluka, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Merwada (Ratanpur). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Merwada (Ratanpur)
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Tap Water UntreatedAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General PublicAvailable
Community Toilet Complex Excluding Bath for General PublicAvailable
Community Waste Disposal System After House to House CollectionAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Internet Cafes / Common Service Centre (CSC)Available
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
National HighwayAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluka, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Merwada (Ratanpur) village located?

Merwada (Ratanpur) is located in Palanpur Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Banas Kantha.

Which Taluka is Merwada (Ratanpur) in?

Merwada (Ratanpur) is in Palanpur Taluka. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Merwada (Ratanpur) in?

District: Banas Kantha.

What is the village code of Merwada (Ratanpur)?

The Census village code of Merwada (Ratanpur) is 508208.

What is the PIN code of Merwada (Ratanpur)?

The PIN code reported for Merwada (Ratanpur) is 385001.

What is the population of Merwada (Ratanpur)?

Merwada (Ratanpur) has 1,414 residents in 274 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Merwada (Ratanpur) part of?

Merwada (Ratanpur) comes under Ratanpur gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Merwada (Ratanpur)?

The nearest statutory town to Merwada (Ratanpur) is Palanpur (7 km).

Which crops are grown in Merwada (Ratanpur)?

The main crops reported for Merwada (Ratanpur) are Wheat, Sorghum, and Udid Bean.

What land-use details are available for Merwada (Ratanpur)?

Land-use details for Merwada (Ratanpur) include net area sown: 199 hectares, irrigated area: 99 hectares, and unirrigated area: 100 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Merwada (Ratanpur)?

Government primary school status for Merwada (Ratanpur) is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Merwada (Ratanpur)?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Merwada (Ratanpur)?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Merwada (Ratanpur)?

The total geographical area of Merwada (Ratanpur) is 351.61 hectares.

How many households are in Merwada (Ratanpur)?

Merwada (Ratanpur) has 274 households as per Census 2011.

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