Rangra - Rangra Chowk, Bhagalpur
Rangra is a village situated in the Rangra Chowk subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rangra Chowk and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Rangra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangra is 238974. The village covers a total geographical area of 1732 hectares and falls under the 853204 pincode. Naugachhia is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Rangra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangra
As per Census 2011, Rangra village has a total population of 17,651 people, consisting of 9,366 males and 8,285 females. The village has 3,346 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,475 literate and 9,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,063 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,363 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,651 | 9,366 | 8,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,461 | 1,765 | 1,696 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,063 | 568 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,363 | 1,282 | 1,081 |
| Literate Population | 8,475 | 5,170 | 3,305 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,176 | 4,196 | 4,980 |
Nearby Villages of Rangra
Rangra 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 Rangra
Rangra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Rangra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naugachhia to Rangra is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Rangra is about 30 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 Rangra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rangra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rangra
Where is Rangra located?
Rangra village is located in Rangra Chowk Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangra?
Rangra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rangra?
The pincode of Rangra is 853204.
What is the population of Rangra?
Rangra has a total population of 17,651, including 9,366 males and 8,285 females.
How many households are there in Rangra?
There are 3,346 households in Rangra.
What is the literacy rate in Rangra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangra is 48.01%. Male literacy is 55.20% and female literacy is 39.89%.