Ranka

Ranka is a village located in Garhwa subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from Garhwa, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ranka village. As per 2009 stats, Ranka village is also a gram panchayat.

Ranka has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 Ranka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranka is 347757. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 821124. Garhwa is nearest town to Ranka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ranka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,372 694 678
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 245 116 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 546 265 281
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 641 396 245
Illiterate Population 731 298 433

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

  • The total population of Ranka village is around 1,372, including approximately 694 males and 678 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Ranka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ranka village has 546 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ranka village is about 46.72%, with male literacy at 57.06% and female literacy at 36.14%.
  • There are around 289 households in Ranka village.

Connectivity of Ranka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranka. As per the 2011 stats, Ranka 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ranka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ranka

Where is Ranka located?
Ranka village is situated in Garhwa Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranka?
Ranka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ranka?
The pincode of Ranka is 821124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranka is 1,372, with 694 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ranka village has a total of 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranka is 46.72%. The male literacy rate is 57.06%, while the female literacy rate is 36.14%.