Rangdum

Rangdum is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Parkachik is the gram panchayat of Rangdum village.

Rangdum has its own place in the vibrant Kargil 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 Rangdum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rangdum is 001063. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.8 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Rangdum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 130km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rangdum village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kargil Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rangdum

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 368 191 177
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 26 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 368 191 177
Literate Population 129 69 60
Illiterate Population 239 122 117

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

  • The total population of Rangdum village is around 368, including approximately 191 males and 177 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Rangdum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rangdum village has 368 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rangdum village is about 35.05%, with male literacy at 36.13% and female literacy at 33.90%.
  • There are around 53 households in Rangdum village.

Connectivity of Rangdum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rangdum. As per the 2011 stats, Rangdum 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 Rangdum

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

Tai Suru Achambur Tangol Kochik Parkachik Akshow Abran Hamiling Remala Skyagam Phey Ating

Frequently Asked Questions about Rangdum

Where is Rangdum located?
Rangdum village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangdum?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangdum is Parkachik (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Rangdum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangdum is 368, with 191 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Rangdum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rangdum village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangdum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangdum is 35.05%. The male literacy rate is 36.13%, while the female literacy rate is 33.90%.