Rankanda - Bageshwar
Rankanda is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kholiagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rankanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rankanda is 051079. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.5 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rankanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rankanda
As per Census 2011, Rankanda village has a total population of 103 people, consisting of 53 males and 50 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 36 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rankanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Rankanda
Rankanda 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 Rankanda
Rankanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Rankanda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rankanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rankanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rankanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rankanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rankanda
Where is Rankanda located?
Rankanda village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rankanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rankanda is Kholiagaon.
What is the pincode of Rankanda?
The pincode of Rankanda is 263634.
What is the population of Rankanda?
Rankanda has a total population of 103, including 53 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Rankanda?
There are 28 households in Rankanda.
What is the literacy rate in Rankanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankanda is 65.05%. Male literacy is 71.70% and female literacy is 58.00%.