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.
Rantaq Shah 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 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.
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Population of Rantaq Shah
Below is a concise population overview of Rantaq Shah 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rantaq Shah village:
- The total population of Rantaq Shah village is around 358, including approximately 178 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Rantaq Shah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rantaq Shah village has 352 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rantaq Shah village is about 44.13%, with male literacy at 56.18% and female literacy at 32.22%.
- There are around 57 households in Rantaq Shah village.
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%.