Ran Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Ran Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 88 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Lagwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ran Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ran Gaon is 044184. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.26 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Ran Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ran Gaon
As per Census 2011, Ran Gaon village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 57 males and 57 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 44 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ran Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Ran Gaon
Ran Gaon 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 Ran Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ran Gaon.
| 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 Mussoorie to Ran Gaon is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ran Gaon is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ran Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ran Gaon 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 Ran Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ran Gaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ran Gaon
Where is Ran Gaon located?
Ran Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ran Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ran Gaon is Lagwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Ran Gaon?
The pincode of Ran Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Ran Gaon?
Ran Gaon has a total population of 114, including 57 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Ran Gaon?
There are 19 households in Ran Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ran Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ran Gaon is 61.40%. Male literacy is 75.44% and female literacy is 47.37%.