Ranga - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Ranga is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ranga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranga is 031205. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 144524 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Ranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranga
According to the 2011 Census, Ranga village had a total population of 435 people, including 214 males and 221 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.96%, with male literacy at 91.79% and female literacy at 80.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 214 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 179 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 35 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Ranga
Ranga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ranga
Ranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Ranga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Ranga is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranga
Where is Ranga located?
Ranga village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranga?
Ranga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranga?
The pincode of Ranga is 144524.
What is the population of Ranga?
Ranga had a total population of 435, including 214 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Ranga?
Ranga had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga was 85.96%. Male literacy was 91.79% and female literacy was 80.39%.