Ranga - Belhar, Banka
Ranga is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Ranga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranga is 241570. The village covers a total geographical area of 613 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranga
As per Census 2011, Ranga village has a total population of 5,828 people, consisting of 3,009 males and 2,819 females. The village has 1,142 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,042 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,651 literate and 3,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,828 | 3,009 | 2,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,042 | 522 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 133 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,250 | 637 | 613 |
| Literate Population | 2,651 | 1,743 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,177 | 1,266 | 1,911 |
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
Public transport in the Ranga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Ranga is about 25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranga
Where is Ranga located?
Ranga village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranga?
Ranga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranga?
The pincode of Ranga is 813202.
What is the population of Ranga?
Ranga has a total population of 5,828, including 3,009 males and 2,819 females.
How many households are there in Ranga?
There are 1,142 households in Ranga.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga is 45.49%. Male literacy is 57.93% and female literacy is 32.21%.