Rarang

Rarang is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Rarang village. As per 2009 stats, Katgaon is the gram panchayat of Rarang village.

Rarang has its own place in the vibrant Kinnaur 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 Rarang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rarang is 027134. The village spans a total geographical area of 393.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172118. Rampur is nearest town to Rarang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rarang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 793 777 16
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 4 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 4 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 21 17 4
Literate Population 730 724 6
Illiterate Population 63 53 10

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

  • The total population of Rarang village is around 793, including approximately 777 males and 16 females, with a sex ratio of 20 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 5 children aged 0–6 years in Rarang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rarang village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rarang village is about 92.06%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 37.50%.
  • There are around 37 households in Rarang village.

Connectivity of Rarang

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rarang

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rarang

Where is Rarang located?
Rarang village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rarang?
The Gram Panchayat of Rarang is Katgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rarang?
The pincode of Rarang is 172118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rarang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rarang is 793, with 777 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Rarang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rarang village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rarang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rarang is 92.06%. The male literacy rate is 93.18%, while the female literacy rate is 37.50%.