Rangajan Block - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Rangajan Block is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Rangajan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangajan Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangajan Block is 290398. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.36 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Rangajan Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doomdooma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangajan Block
According to the 2011 Census, Rangajan Block village had a total population of 273 people, including 138 males and 135 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.90%, with male literacy at 56.15% and female literacy at 32.17%.
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 | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 8 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 73 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 65 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Rangajan Block
Rangajan Block 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 Rangajan Block
Rangajan Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rangajan Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Rangajan Block is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Rangajan Block is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangajan Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangajan Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangajan Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangajan Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangajan Block
Where is Rangajan Block located?
Rangajan Block village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangajan Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangajan Block is Rangajan.
What is the pincode of Rangajan Block?
The pincode of Rangajan Block is 786156.
What is the population of Rangajan Block?
Rangajan Block had a total population of 273, including 138 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Rangajan Block?
Rangajan Block had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangajan Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangajan Block was 44.90%. Male literacy was 56.15% and female literacy was 32.17%.