Rateypani
Rateypani is a village located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 17km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rateypani village. As per 2009 stats, Rateypani village is also a gram panchayat.
Rateypani has its own place in the vibrant South 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 Rateypani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rateypani is 261161. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737128. Namchi is nearest town to Rateypani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rateypani 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 Namthang-rateypani 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.
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Population of Rateypani
Below is a concise population overview of Rateypani 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 | 1,269 | 637 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 215 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 478 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 159 | 240 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rateypani village:
- The total population of Rateypani village is around 1,269, including approximately 637 males and 632 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Rateypani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rateypani village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 415 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rateypani village is about 68.56%, with male literacy at 75.04% and female literacy at 62.03%.
- There are around 252 households in Rateypani village.
Connectivity of Rateypani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rateypani. As per the 2011 stats, Rateypani 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rateypani
Knowing the nearby villages of Rateypani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rateypani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rateypani
- Where is Rateypani located?
- Rateypani village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rateypani?
- Rateypani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rateypani?
- The pincode of Rateypani is 737128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rateypani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rateypani is 1,269, with 637 males and 632 females.
- How many households are there in Rateypani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rateypani village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rateypani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rateypani is 68.56%. The male literacy rate is 75.04%, while the female literacy rate is 62.03%.