Ranjana - Birsa, Balaghat
Ranjana is a village situated in the Birsa tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Baihar and around 114 km from Balaghat. Machhurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranjana is 498055. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.93 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Ranjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranjana
According to the 2011 Census, Ranjana village had a total population of 492 people, including 242 males and 250 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.40%, with male literacy at 46.59% and female literacy at 32.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
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 | 492 | 242 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 233 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 160 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Ranjana
Ranjana 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 Ranjana
Ranjana 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Ranjana is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Ranjana is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranjana 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranjana 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 Ranjana
Where is Ranjana located?
Ranjana village is located in Birsa Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranjana is Machhurda.
What is the pincode of Ranjana?
The pincode of Ranjana is 481105.
What is the population of Ranjana?
Ranjana had a total population of 492, including 242 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Ranjana?
Ranjana had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranjana was 39.40%. Male literacy was 46.59% and female literacy was 32.81%.