Ranga - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Ranga is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Kendua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranga is 369614. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.27 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Ranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranga
According to the 2011 Census, Ranga village had a total population of 336 people, including 171 males and 165 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.91%, with male literacy at 76.86% and female literacy at 37.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 336 | 171 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 93 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 78 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Ranga
Ranga 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 Ranga
Public transport in the Ranga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ranga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Ranga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranga
Where is Ranga located?
Ranga village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranga is Kendua.
What is the pincode of Ranga?
The pincode of Ranga is 814145.
What is the population of Ranga?
Ranga had a total population of 336, including 171 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Ranga?
Ranga had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga was 56.91%. Male literacy was 76.86% and female literacy was 37.60%.