Rangpur - Bagicha, Jashpur
Rangpur is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Butanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangpur is 433718. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Rangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rangpur village had a total population of 161 people, including 78 males and 83 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.64%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 64.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 161 | 78 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 26 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Rangpur
Rangpur 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 Rangpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rangpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagicha to Rangpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Rangpur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangpur
Where is Rangpur located?
Rangpur village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangpur is Butanga.
What is the pincode of Rangpur?
The pincode of Rangpur is 496224.
What is the population of Rangpur?
Rangpur had a total population of 161, including 78 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Rangpur?
Rangpur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangpur was 73.64%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 64.18%.