Rana - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Rana is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Rana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rana is 040346. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.54 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Rana 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rana
According to the 2011 Census, Rana village had a total population of 736 people, including 405 males and 331 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.20%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 56.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, 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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Rana
Rana 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 Rana
Rana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Rana is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Rana is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rana
Where is Rana located?
Rana village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rana?
Rana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rana?
The pincode of Rana is 249141.
What is the population of Rana?
Rana had a total population of 736, including 405 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Rana?
Rana had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rana was 75.20%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 56.64%.