Rangshken

Rangshken is a village located in Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mawphlang (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Rangshken has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills 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 Rangshken

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rangshken is 278195. Mawphlang is nearest town to Rangshken village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rangshken

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 639 309 330
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 75 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 636 307 329
Literate Population 379 174 205
Illiterate Population 260 135 125

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

  • The total population of Rangshken village is around 639, including approximately 309 males and 330 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Rangshken village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rangshken village has 636 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rangshken village is about 59.31%, with male literacy at 56.31% and female literacy at 62.12%.
  • There are around 125 households in Rangshken village.

Connectivity of Rangshken

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rangshken. As per the 2011 stats, Rangshken had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rangshken

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

Lawshlem Lum Langniang Sawlad Marbisu Ummylle Mawngap Lumparing Traw Saitkhlieh Mawngap Dukan Marbisu Pdengshnong Marbisu Mawsmai Mawngap Mawsmai Mawngap Rim

Frequently Asked Questions about Rangshken

Where is Rangshken located?
Rangshken village is situated in Mawphlang Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rangshken?
The pincode of Rangshken is 793121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rangshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangshken is 639, with 309 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Rangshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rangshken village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangshken as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangshken is 59.31%. The male literacy rate is 56.31%, while the female literacy rate is 62.12%.