Rantan
Rantan is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.7km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 35.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Fatepur is the gram panchayat of Rantan village.
Here you can discover what makes Rantan unique in its vibrant Falta-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Rantan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rantan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rantan is 334311. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743513. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Rantan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Rantan
Population of Rantan
According to the 2011 Census, Rantan has a total population of about 879, with approximately 465 males and 414 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.05%, with male literacy at about 88.60% and female literacy near 76.81%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rantan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 465 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 730 | 412 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 53 | 96 |
Connectivity of Rantan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rantan. As per the 2011 stats, Rantan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rantan
Knowing the nearby villages of Rantan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rantan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rantan
- Where is Rantan located?
- Rantan village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rantan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rantan is Fatepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rantan?
- The pincode of Rantan is 743513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rantan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rantan is 879, with 465 males and 414 females.
- How many households are there in Rantan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rantan village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rantan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rantan is 83.05%. The male literacy rate is 88.60%, while the female literacy rate is 76.81%.