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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Rankanda village had a total population of 103 people, including 53 males and 50 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.82%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 69.05%.
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 | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 103, including 53 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Rankanda?
Rankanda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rankanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankanda was 78.82%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 69.05%.