Ruchap
Ruchap is a village located in Chandil subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chandil (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sarikela - Kharswana. As per 2009 stats, Ruchap village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ruchap unique in its vibrant Chandil-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Ruchap’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 Ruchap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ruchap is 378825. The village spans a total geographical area of 288 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832401. Chandil is nearest town to Ruchap village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ruchap village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ruchap
Population of Ruchap
According to the 2011 Census, Ruchap has a total population of about 4,147, with approximately 2,208 males and 1,939 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 503 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 518 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 588. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.65%, with male literacy at about 76.27% and female literacy near 59.98%. There are around 832 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ruchap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,147 | 2,208 | 1,939 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 275 | 228 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 259 | 259 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 316 | 272 |
Literate Population | 2,847 | 1,684 | 1,163 |
Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 524 | 776 |
Connectivity of Ruchap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ruchap. As per the 2011 stats, Ruchap 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ruchap
Knowing the nearby villages of Ruchap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ruchap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ruchap
- Where is Ruchap located?
- Ruchap village is situated in Chandil Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ruchap?
- Ruchap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ruchap?
- The pincode of Ruchap is 832401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ruchap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ruchap is 4,147, with 2,208 males and 1,939 females.
- How many households are there in Ruchap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ruchap village has a total of 832 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ruchap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ruchap is 68.65%. The male literacy rate is 76.27%, while the female literacy rate is 59.98%.