Ranger - Chadoora, Budgam
Ranger is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Chadoora and around 14 km from Budgam. Ranger village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranger is 000798. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.5 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ranger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranger
As per Census 2011, Ranger village has a total population of 2,668 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,305 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,526 literate and 1,142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranger are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,668 | 1,363 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 225 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,526 | 899 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,142 | 464 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Ranger
Ranger 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 Ranger
Ranger is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ranger.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chadoora to Ranger is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Ranger is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranger village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranger village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranger
Where is Ranger located?
Ranger village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranger?
Ranger is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranger?
The pincode of Ranger is 191113.
What is the population of Ranger?
Ranger has a total population of 2,668, including 1,363 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Ranger?
There are 350 households in Ranger.
What is the literacy rate in Ranger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranger is 57.20%. Male literacy is 65.96% and female literacy is 48.05%.