Ranjana

Ranjana is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 114km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Machhurda is the gram panchayat of Ranjana village.

Here you can discover what makes Ranjana unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Ranjana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Ranjana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranjana is 498055. The village spans a total geographical area of 778.93 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Ranjana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ranjana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ranjana

According to the 2011 Census, Ranjana has a total population of about 492, with approximately 242 males and 250 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 474. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.47%, with male literacy at about 33.88% and female literacy near 25.20%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ranjana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 492 242 250
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 124 66 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 474 233 241
Literate Population 145 82 63
Illiterate Population 347 160 187

Connectivity of Ranjana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranjana. As per the 2011 stats, Ranjana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ranjana

Knowing the nearby villages of Ranjana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranjana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ranjana

Where is Ranjana located?
Ranjana village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranjana is Machhurda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ranjana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranjana is 492, with 242 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Ranjana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ranjana village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranjana is 29.47%. The male literacy rate is 33.88%, while the female literacy rate is 25.20%.