Rantaq Shah
Rantaq Shah is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 235km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Phay is the gram panchayat of Rantaq Shah village.
Here you can discover what makes Rantaq Shah unique in its vibrant Zanskar-Kargil region. You’ll see Rantaq Shah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rantaq Shah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rantaq Shah is 001070. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Rantaq Shah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 253km away.
Google Map of Rantaq Shah
Population of Rantaq Shah
According to the 2011 Census, Rantaq Shah has a total population of about 358, with approximately 178 males and 180 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 352. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.13%, with male literacy at about 56.18% and female literacy near 32.22%. There are around 57 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rantaq Shah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 358 | 178 | 180 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 175 | 177 |
Literate Population | 158 | 100 | 58 |
Illiterate Population | 200 | 78 | 122 |
Connectivity of Rantaq Shah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rantaq Shah. As per the 2011 stats, Rantaq Shah 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 within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rantaq Shah
Knowing the nearby villages of Rantaq Shah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rantaq Shah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rantaq Shah
- Where is Rantaq Shah located?
- Rantaq Shah village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rantaq Shah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rantaq Shah is Phay (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Rantaq Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rantaq Shah is 358, with 178 males and 180 females.
- How many households are there in Rantaq Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rantaq Shah village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rantaq Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rantaq Shah is 44.13%. The male literacy rate is 56.18%, while the female literacy rate is 32.22%.