Ranka
About Ranka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ranka village is 261294. Ranka village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 16km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ranka village. As per 2009 stats, Ranka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 136.75 hectares. Ranka has a total population of 609 peoples, out of which male population is 306 while female population is 303. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 990 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ranka village is 69.95% out of which 74.51% males and 65.35% females are literate. There are about 135 houses in ranka village. Pincode of ranka village locality is 737101.
When it comes to administration, Ranka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ranka village comes under Upper burtuk Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to ranka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Ranka
The population details of Ranka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 306 | 303 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 228 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 78 | 105 |
Connectivity of Ranka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ranka
Where is Ranka located?
Ranka village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranka?
Ranka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ranka?
The pincode of Ranka is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranka is 609, with 306 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ranka village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranka is 69.95%. The male literacy rate is 74.51%, while the female literacy rate is 65.35%.