Ranga
Ranga is a village located in Barhait subdivision of Sahibganj district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Barhait (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Sahibganj. As per 2009 stats, Simra is the gram panchayat of Ranga village.
Here you can discover what makes Ranga unique in its vibrant Barhait-Sahibganj region. You’ll see Ranga’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 Ranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranga is 358794. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816102. Barhait is nearest town to Ranga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ranga
Population of Ranga
According to the 2011 Census, Ranga has a total population of about 976, with approximately 503 males and 473 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 386. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.93%, with male literacy at about 48.91% and female literacy near 28.33%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ranga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 503 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 182 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 246 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 257 | 339 |
Connectivity of Ranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranga. As per the 2011 stats, Ranga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Ranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ranga
- Where is Ranga located?
- Ranga village is situated in Barhait Subdivision, within the Sahibganj district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ranga is Simra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ranga?
- The pincode of Ranga is 816102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranga is 976, with 503 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Ranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ranga village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranga is 38.93%. The male literacy rate is 48.91%, while the female literacy rate is 28.33%.