Ranikor

Ranikor is a Town and Subdivision in West Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya. In India, a subdivision 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 information the sub-district code of Ranikor Block (CD) is 01983. Total area of ranikor subdivision is 695 km². Ranikor subdivision has a population of 41,218 peoples. Ranikor subdivision has a population density of 59.31 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 7,453 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 55.71% population of ranikor subdivision is literate, out of which 58.80% males and 52.42% females are literate.

List of Villages in Ranikor Subdivision

Ranikor Subdivision has a total of 161 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 Ranikor Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.

Population of Ranikor Subdivision

The population profile of Ranikor Subdivision 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 Ranikor's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.

Social Structure and Density

This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Ranikor Subdivision , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.