Randhana - Pharasgaon, Kondagaon
Randhana is a village situated in the Pharasgaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 43 km from Farasgaon and around 143 km from Jagdalpur. Palna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Randhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randhana is 449012. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 494228 pincode. Farasgaon is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Randhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Randhana
According to the 2011 Census, Randhana village had a total population of 320 people, including 159 males and 161 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.56%, with male literacy at 52.14% and female literacy at 41.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
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 | 320 | 159 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 137 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 98 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Randhana
Randhana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pawdha | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Chingnar | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Jhankari | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Kehlakot | South | 4.46 km |
| Misari | North | 4.78 km |
| Gohada | West | 5.19 km |
| Chandabeda | East | 5.36 km |
| Kolanga | North | 5.54 km |
| Korai | East | 5.79 km |
| Modenga | South | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Randhana
Public transport in the Randhana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Farasgaon to Randhana is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Randhana is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randhana 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 Randhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Randhana
Where is Randhana located?
Randhana village is located in Pharasgaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Randhana is Palna.
What is the pincode of Randhana?
The pincode of Randhana is 494228.
What is the population of Randhana?
Randhana had a total population of 320, including 159 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Randhana?
Randhana had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Randhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randhana was 46.56%. Male literacy was 52.14% and female literacy was 41.54%.