Rangal

Rangal is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Devrala is the gram panchayat of Rangal village.

Here you can discover what makes Rangal unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Rangal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Rangal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rangal is 050121. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Rangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rangal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rangal

According to the 2011 Census, Rangal has a total population of about 208, with approximately 99 males and 109 females. The sex ratio is around 1101 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 208 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.13%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 52.29%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rangal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 208 99 109
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 17 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 208 99 109
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 123 66 57
Illiterate Population 85 33 52

Connectivity of Rangal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rangal. As per the 2011 stats, Rangal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rangal

Knowing the nearby villages of Rangal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rangal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rangal

Where is Rangal located?
Rangal village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangal is Devrala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rangal?
The pincode of Rangal is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rangal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangal is 208, with 99 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Rangal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rangal village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangal is 59.13%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 52.29%.