Rangaon - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Rangaon is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kanoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangaon is 041329. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.34 hectares and falls under the 246487 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Rangaon village had a total population of 19 people, including 10 males and 9 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Rangaon
Rangaon 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 Rangaon
Rangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Rangaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Rangaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangaon 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 Rangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangaon
Where is Rangaon located?
Rangaon village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangaon is Kanoth.
What is the pincode of Rangaon?
The pincode of Rangaon is 246487.
What is the population of Rangaon?
Rangaon had a total population of 19, including 10 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Rangaon?
Rangaon had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangaon was 82.35%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.50%.