Ranisagar - Arang, Raipur
Ranisagar is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Ranisagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranisagar is 444456. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.28 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ranisagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranisagar
As per Census 2011, Ranisagar village has a total population of 1,703 people, consisting of 861 males and 842 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,122 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranisagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,703 | 861 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 110 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 646 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 215 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Ranisagar
Ranisagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaparid (chaprid) | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Deori-1 (deori) | West | 2.38 km |
| Banarsi-i (banarsi) | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Paraskol | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Gullu | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Samoda | East | 4.29 km |
| Bana-1 (bana) | North | 4.36 km |
| Kusmund | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Gukhera | West | 5.14 km |
| Gudguda | South | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranisagar
Ranisagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Ranisagar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Ranisagar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranisagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranisagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranisagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranisagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranisagar
Where is Ranisagar located?
Ranisagar village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranisagar?
Ranisagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranisagar?
The pincode of Ranisagar is 493225.
What is the population of Ranisagar?
Ranisagar has a total population of 1,703, including 861 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Ranisagar?
There are 353 households in Ranisagar.
What is the literacy rate in Ranisagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranisagar is 65.88%. Male literacy is 75.03% and female literacy is 56.53%.