Rangpo Forest Block
Rangpo Forest Block is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 35km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rangpo Forest Block village. As per 2009 stats, Central Pendam is the gram panchayat of Rangpo Forest Block village.
Here you can discover what makes Rangpo Forest Block unique in its vibrant Gangtok-East District region. You’ll see Rangpo Forest Block’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 Rangpo Forest Block
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rangpo Forest Block is 261327. The village spans a total geographical area of 5869.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737134. Rangpo is nearest town to Rangpo Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rangpo Forest Block 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 West pendam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rangpo Forest Block
Population of Rangpo Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Rangpo Forest Block has a total population of about 249, with approximately 122 males and 127 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.86%, with male literacy at about 71.31% and female literacy near 60.63%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rangpo Forest Block's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
Connectivity of Rangpo Forest Block
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rangpo Forest Block. As per the 2011 stats, Rangpo Forest Block had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rangpo Forest Block
Knowing the nearby villages of Rangpo Forest Block helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rangpo Forest Block.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rangpo Forest Block
- Where is Rangpo Forest Block located?
- Rangpo Forest Block village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rangpo Forest Block?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rangpo Forest Block is Central Pendam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rangpo Forest Block?
- The pincode of Rangpo Forest Block is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rangpo Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangpo Forest Block is 249, with 122 males and 127 females.
- How many households are there in Rangpo Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rangpo Forest Block village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rangpo Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangpo Forest Block is 65.86%. The male literacy rate is 71.31%, while the female literacy rate is 60.63%.