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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Rangal village had a total population of 208 people, including 99 males and 109 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.33%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 58.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208.
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 | 208 | 99 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 99 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 208, including 99 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Rangal?
Rangal had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangal was 68.33%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 58.16%.