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.
Rangpo Forest Block has its own place in the vibrant East District 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Rangpo Forest Block as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rangpo Forest Block village:
- The total population of Rangpo Forest Block village is around 249, including approximately 122 males and 127 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Rangpo Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rangpo Forest Block village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rangpo Forest Block village is about 65.86%, with male literacy at 71.31% and female literacy at 60.63%.
- There are around 44 households in Rangpo Forest Block village.
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%.