Ranka
Ranka is a village located in Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargarh (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Raka is the gram panchayat of Ranka village.
Ranka has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon 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 Ranka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranka is 440686. The village spans a total geographical area of 367.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491445. Dongargarh is nearest town to Ranka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Ranka
Below is a concise population overview of Ranka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,875 | 915 | 960 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 679 | 326 | 353 |
Literate Population | 1,235 | 689 | 546 |
Illiterate Population | 640 | 226 | 414 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ranka village:
- The total population of Ranka village is around 1,875, including approximately 915 males and 960 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Ranka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ranka village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 679 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ranka village is about 65.87%, with male literacy at 75.30% and female literacy at 56.88%.
- There are around 359 households in Ranka village.
Connectivity of Ranka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranka. As per the 2011 stats, Ranka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ranka
Knowing the nearby villages of Ranka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ranka
- Where is Ranka located?
- Ranka village is situated in Dongargarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ranka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ranka is Raka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ranka?
- The pincode of Ranka is 491445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranka is 1,875, with 915 males and 960 females.
- How many households are there in Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ranka village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranka is 65.87%. The male literacy rate is 75.30%, while the female literacy rate is 56.88%.