Ranja
About Ranja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ranja village is 338709. Ranja village is located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Salbani. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Ranja village. As per 2009 stats, Lalgeria is the gram panchayat of Ranja village.
The total geographical area of village is 352.01 hectares. Ranja has a total population of 477 peoples, out of which male population is 246 while female population is 231. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 939 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ranja village is 64.99% out of which 72.36% males and 57.14% females are literate. There are about 108 houses in ranja village. Pincode of ranja village locality is 721516.
When it comes to administration, Ranja 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, Ranja village comes under Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Medinipur is nearest town to ranja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Ranja
The population details of Ranja 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 | 477 | 246 | 231 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 178 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 68 | 99 |
Connectivity of Ranja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ranja
Where is Ranja located?
Ranja village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranja?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranja is Lalgeria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ranja?
The pincode of Ranja is 721516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranja is 477, with 246 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ranja village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranja is 64.99%. The male literacy rate is 72.36%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.