Rana
Rana is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Rana village is also a gram panchayat.
Rana has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Rana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rana is 040346. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249141. Barkot is nearest town to Rana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rana
Population of Rana
Below is a concise population overview of Rana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 405 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 70 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 305 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 100 | 169 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rana village:
- The total population of Rana village is around 736, including approximately 405 males and 331 females, with a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Rana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rana village has 163 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rana village is about 63.45%, with male literacy at 75.31% and female literacy at 48.94%.
- There are around 173 households in Rana village.
Connectivity of Rana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rana. As per the 2011 stats, Rana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rana
Knowing the nearby villages of Rana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rana
- Where is Rana located?
- Rana village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rana?
- Rana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rana?
- The pincode of Rana is 249141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rana is 736, with 405 males and 331 females.
- How many households are there in Rana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rana village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rana is 63.45%. The male literacy rate is 75.31%, while the female literacy rate is 48.94%.