Raniganj
Raniganj is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.6km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 22.9km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Raniganj I is the gram panchayat of Raniganj village.
Raniganj has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Raniganj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raniganj is 312776. The village spans a total geographical area of 325.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732138. Old Malda is nearest town to Raniganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Raniganj
Population of Raniganj
Below is a concise population overview of Raniganj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,880 | 2,528 | 2,352 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 296 | 291 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,188 | 1,144 | 1,044 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 617 | 299 | 318 |
Literate Population | 2,542 | 1,443 | 1,099 |
Illiterate Population | 2,338 | 1,085 | 1,253 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raniganj village:
- The total population of Raniganj village is around 4,880, including approximately 2,528 males and 2,352 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 587 children aged 0–6 years in Raniganj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raniganj village has 2,188 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 617 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raniganj village is about 52.09%, with male literacy at 57.08% and female literacy at 46.73%.
- There are around 1,069 households in Raniganj village.
Connectivity of Raniganj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raniganj. As per the 2011 stats, Raniganj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raniganj
Knowing the nearby villages of Raniganj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raniganj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raniganj
- Where is Raniganj located?
- Raniganj village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raniganj?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raniganj is Raniganj I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Raniganj?
- The pincode of Raniganj is 732138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raniganj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raniganj is 4,880, with 2,528 males and 2,352 females.
- How many households are there in Raniganj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raniganj village has a total of 1,069 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raniganj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raniganj is 52.09%. The male literacy rate is 57.08%, while the female literacy rate is 46.73%.