Ranigar

Ranigar is a village located in Basanti subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Sonakhali (tehsildar office) and 72.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Jyotishpur is the gram panchayat of Ranigar village.

Ranigar has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Ranigar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranigar is 335090. The village spans a total geographical area of 253.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743312. Canning is nearest town to Ranigar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ranigar 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 Basanti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ranigar

Below is a concise population overview of Ranigar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,973 1,483 1,490
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 448 216 232
Scheduled Castes (SC) 818 406 412
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 83 45 38
Literate Population 1,896 1,056 840
Illiterate Population 1,077 427 650

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ranigar village:

  • The total population of Ranigar village is around 2,973, including approximately 1,483 males and 1,490 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 448 children aged 0–6 years in Ranigar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ranigar village has 818 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 83 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ranigar village is about 63.77%, with male literacy at 71.21% and female literacy at 56.38%.
  • There are around 575 households in Ranigar village.

Connectivity of Ranigar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranigar. As per the 2011 stats, Ranigar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 village

Nearby Villages of Ranigar

Knowing the nearby villages of Ranigar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranigar.

Ramkrishnapur Dakshin Battala Mazidbari Gadkhali Harekrishnapur Joygopalpur Jyotishpur Radharanipur Hiranmoypur Bharatgar Mahespur

Frequently Asked Questions about Ranigar

Where is Ranigar located?
Ranigar village is situated in Basanti Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranigar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranigar is Jyotishpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ranigar?
The pincode of Ranigar is 743312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ranigar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranigar is 2,973, with 1,483 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Ranigar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ranigar village has a total of 575 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranigar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranigar is 63.77%. The male literacy rate is 71.21%, while the female literacy rate is 56.38%.