Rangia
About Rangia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rangia village is 306547. Rangia village is located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Rangia village. As per 2009 stats, Atharakhai is the gram panchayat of Rangia village.
The total geographical area of village is 300.28 hectares. Rangia has a total population of 3,682 peoples, out of which male population is 1,848 while female population is 1,834. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rangia village is 55.11% out of which 62.82% males and 47.33% females are literate. There are about 823 houses in rangia village. Pincode of rangia village locality is 734013.
When it comes to administration, Rangia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Rangia village comes under Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency. Siliguri is nearest town to rangia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Rangia
The population details of Rangia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,682 | 1,848 | 1,834 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 522 | 253 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,553 | 1,290 | 1,263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,029 | 1,161 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,653 | 687 | 966 |
Connectivity of Rangia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rangia
Where is Rangia located?
Rangia village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangia is Atharakhai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rangia?
The pincode of Rangia is 734013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rangia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangia is 3,682, with 1,848 males and 1,834 females.
How many households are there in Rangia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rangia village has a total of 823 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangia is 55.11%. The male literacy rate is 62.82%, while the female literacy rate is 47.33%.