Rankipora - Beerwah, Budgam
Rankipora is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Beerwah and around 26 km from Budgam. Utterpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rankipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rankipora is 000501. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.07 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rankipora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rankipora
According to the 2011 Census, Rankipora village had a total population of 686 people, including 352 males and 334 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.68%, with male literacy at 95.78% and female literacy at 91.47%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 352 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 295 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 57 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Rankipora
Rankipora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rankipora
Public transport in the Rankipora is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Rankipora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Rankipora is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rankipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rankipora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rankipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rankipora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rankipora
Where is Rankipora located?
Rankipora village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rankipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Rankipora is Utterpora.
What is the pincode of Rankipora?
The pincode of Rankipora is 193411.
What is the population of Rankipora?
Rankipora had a total population of 686, including 352 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Rankipora?
Rankipora had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rankipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankipora was 93.68%. Male literacy was 95.78% and female literacy was 91.47%.