Ranga - Bausi, Banka
Ranga is a village situated in the Bausi subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bausi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kudro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranga is 242367. The village covers a total geographical area of 580 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranga
According to the 2011 Census, Ranga village had a total population of 2,216 people, including 1,169 males and 1,047 females, living in 433 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.19%, with male literacy at 71.87% and female literacy at 51.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 2,216 | 1,169 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 170 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 718 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 451 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Ranga
Ranga 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
Ranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ranga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Ranga is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranga
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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranga
Where is Ranga located?
Ranga village is located in Bausi Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranga is Kudro.
What is the pincode of Ranga?
The pincode of Ranga is 813104.
What is the population of Ranga?
Ranga had a total population of 2,216, including 1,169 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Ranga?
Ranga had 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga was 62.19%. Male literacy was 71.87% and female literacy was 51.19%.