Ranga Pathar - Naobaicha, Lakhimpur
Ranga Pathar is a village situated in the Naobaicha subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilotia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Ranganadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranga Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranga Pathar is 287876. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.29 hectares and falls under the 787031 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ranga Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naoboicha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranga Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Ranga Pathar village had a total population of 1,146 people, including 583 males and 563 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.59%, with male literacy at 73.63% and female literacy at 48.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,127.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,146 | 583 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 128 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,127 | 569 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 335 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 248 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Ranga Pathar
Ranga Pathar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ranga Pathar
Public transport in the Ranga Pathar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhimpur to Ranga Pathar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Ranga Pathar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranga Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranga Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranga Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranga Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranga Pathar
Where is Ranga Pathar located?
Ranga Pathar village is located in Naobaicha Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranga Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranga Pathar is Ranganadi.
What is the pincode of Ranga Pathar?
The pincode of Ranga Pathar is 787031.
What is the population of Ranga Pathar?
Ranga Pathar had a total population of 1,146, including 583 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Ranga Pathar?
Ranga Pathar had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga Pathar was 61.59%. Male literacy was 73.63% and female literacy was 48.71%.