Rangal - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Rangal is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Devrala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangal is 050121. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.97 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Rangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangal
As per Census 2011, Rangal village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 99 males and 109 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 99 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 99 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Rangal
Rangal 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 Rangal
Public transport in the Rangal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Rangal is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rangal
Where is Rangal located?
Rangal village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangal is Devrala.
What is the pincode of Rangal?
The pincode of Rangal is 262522.
What is the population of Rangal?
Rangal has a total population of 208, including 99 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Rangal?
There are 37 households in Rangal.
What is the literacy rate in Rangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangal is 59.13%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 52.29%.