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
As per Census 2011, Rankee village has a total population of 423 people, consisting of 226 males and 197 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rankee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 226 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 46 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| 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 has a total population of 423, including 226 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Rankee?
There are 82 households in Rankee.
What is the literacy rate in Rankee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankee is 60.99%. Male literacy is 67.26% and female literacy is 53.81%.