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
As per Census 2011, Rankandiyal village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 151 males and 147 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rankandiyal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 298, including 151 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Rankandiyal?
There are 73 households in Rankandiyal.
What is the literacy rate in Rankandiyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankandiyal is 64.77%. Male literacy is 77.48% and female literacy is 51.70%.