Rangnia - Chhatarpur, Palamu
Rangnia is a village situated in the Chhatarpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Palamu. Dinadag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangnia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangnia is 365444. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.37 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Rangnia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rangnia
According to the 2011 Census, Rangnia village had a total population of 798 people, including 423 males and 375 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.68%, with male literacy at 73.64% and female literacy at 40.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 798 | 423 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 55 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 271 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 152 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Rangnia
Rangnia 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 Rangnia
Rangnia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Palamu to Rangnia is about 58 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 Rangnia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangnia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rangnia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangnia 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 Rangnia
Where is Rangnia located?
Rangnia village is located in Chhatarpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangnia is Dinadag.
What is the pincode of Rangnia?
The pincode of Rangnia is 822113.
What is the population of Rangnia?
Rangnia had a total population of 798, including 423 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Rangnia?
Rangnia had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangnia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangnia was 58.68%. Male literacy was 73.64% and female literacy was 40.33%.