Ranni
Ranni is a Town and Taluka in Pathanamthitta District of Kerala. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Ranni Block (CD) is 05681. The total area of Ranni Taluka is 1,050 km². Ranni has a sex ratio of approximately 1091 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ranni Taluka
Ranni Taluka has a total of 11 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Ranni Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angadi | Ranni Angadi | Pathanamthitta (20 km) |
| 2 | Athikkayam | Naranamoozhy | Pathanamthitta (30 km) |
| 3 | Ayiroor | Ayiroor | Pathanamthitta (18 km) |
| 4 | Cherukole | Cherukole | Pathanamthitta (18 km) |
| 5 | Chethakkal | Naranamoozhy | Pathanamthitta (25 km) |
| 6 | Chittar Seethathodu | Chittar | Pathanamthitta (30 km) |
| 7 | Kollamula | Ranni Perunad | Pathanamthitta (45 km) |
| 8 | Pazhavangadi | Naranamoozhy | Pathanamthitta (19 km) |
| 9 | Perunad | Ranni Perunad | Pathanamthitta (24 km) |
| 10 | Ranni | Ranni | Pathanamthitta (18 km) |
| 11 | Vadasserikkara | Vadasserikkara | Pathanamthitta (12 km) |
Population of Ranni Taluka
The population profile of Ranni Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Ranni Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,98,194 | 1,98,194 | N/A |
| Male Population | 94,773 | 94,773 | N/A |
| Female Population | 1,03,421 | 1,03,421 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,599 | 16,599 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,432 | 8,432 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,167 | 8,167 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,75,742 | 1,75,742 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 84,132 | 84,132 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 91,610 | 91,610 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,452 | 22,452 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,641 | 10,641 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,811 | 11,811 | N/A |
| Total Households | 53,172 | 53,172 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,98,194 people. Includes nearly 94,773 males and 1,03,421 females. Rural population is about 1,98,194 people.
- There are around 16,599 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 8,432 boys and 8,167 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,75,742 people. Non-literate population is around 22,452 people.
- There are nearly 53,172 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ranni Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 17,424 | 17,424 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,475 | 8,475 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 8,949 | 8,949 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 4,794 | 4,794 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,352 | 2,352 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,442 | 2,442 | N/A |
| Population Density | 189 / km² | 189 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ranni Taluka is approximately 17,424 people, including 8,475 males and 8,949 females. Around 17,424 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ranni Taluka is about 4,794 people, including 2,352 males and 2,442 females. Around 4,794 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 189 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 189 people per sq. km.