Ranatola - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Ranatola is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mohla and around 95 km from Rajnandgaon. Ranatola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranatola is 441369. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.13 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ranatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranatola
As per Census 2011, Ranatola village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 428 males and 435 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 731 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 428 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 731 | 362 | 369 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 341 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 87 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Ranatola
Ranatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghawadetola | North | 1.49 km |
| Saroli | South | 1.97 km |
| Alkanhar | West | 2.13 km |
| Dokalkonde | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Jharan | East | 2.41 km |
| Marartola | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Usmal | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Gotatola | North | 3.28 km |
| Budankatta | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Dokla | South | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranatola
Ranatola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Ranatola is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Ranatola is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranatola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranatola
Where is Ranatola located?
Ranatola village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranatola?
Ranatola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranatola?
The pincode of Ranatola is 491666.
What is the population of Ranatola?
Ranatola has a total population of 863, including 428 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Ranatola?
There are 167 households in Ranatola.
What is the literacy rate in Ranatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranatola is 72.07%. Male literacy is 79.67% and female literacy is 64.60%.