Rankandiyal - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Rankandiyal is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Devprayag and around 80 km from New Tehri. Rankandiyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rankandiyal is 043326. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.42 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rankandiyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rankandiyal
According to the 2011 Census, Rankandiyal village had a total population of 298 people, including 151 males and 147 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 58.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 298 | 151 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 117 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 34 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Rankandiyal
Rankandiyal 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 Rankandiyal
Rankandiyal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Rankandiyal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Rankandiyal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rankandiyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rankandiyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rankandiyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rankandiyal 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 Rankandiyal
Where is Rankandiyal located?
Rankandiyal village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rankandiyal?
Rankandiyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rankandiyal?
The pincode of Rankandiyal is 249161.
What is the population of Rankandiyal?
Rankandiyal had a total population of 298, including 151 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Rankandiyal?
Rankandiyal had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rankandiyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankandiyal was 75.10%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 58.46%.