Rankee - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Rankee is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Rankee village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rankee is 213729. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.94 hectares and falls under the 231213 pincode.
Rankee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Rankee
According to the 2011 Census, Rankee village had a total population of 423 people, including 226 males and 197 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.09%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 61.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 423 | 226 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 46 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 152 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 74 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Rankee
Rankee 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 Rankee
Rankee is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Rankee is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rankee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rankee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rankee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rankee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rankee
Where is Rankee located?
Rankee village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rankee?
Rankee is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rankee?
The pincode of Rankee is 231213.
What is the population of Rankee?
Rankee had a total population of 423, including 226 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Rankee?
Rankee had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rankee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankee was 73.09%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 61.27%.