Raniganj

Raniganj is a village located in Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Basantpur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Supaul. As per 2009 stats, Bhagwanpur is the gram panchayat of Raniganj village.

Raniganj has its own place in the vibrant Supaul region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Raniganj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raniganj is 220951. The village spans a total geographical area of 271 hectares. Birpur is nearest town to Raniganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Raniganj

Below is a concise population overview of Raniganj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,196 614 582
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 231 112 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) 171 93 78
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 523 345 178
Illiterate Population 673 269 404

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raniganj village:

  • The total population of Raniganj village is around 1,196, including approximately 614 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Raniganj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Raniganj village has 171 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Raniganj village is about 43.73%, with male literacy at 56.19% and female literacy at 30.58%.
  • There are around 195 households in Raniganj village.

Connectivity of Raniganj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raniganj. As per the 2011 stats, Raniganj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raniganj

Knowing the nearby villages of Raniganj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raniganj.

Frequently Asked Questions about Raniganj

Where is Raniganj located?
Raniganj village is situated in Basantpur Subdivision, within the Supaul district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raniganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Raniganj is Bhagwanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Raniganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raniganj is 1,196, with 614 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Raniganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raniganj village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raniganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raniganj is 43.73%. The male literacy rate is 56.19%, while the female literacy rate is 30.58%.