Rangaon - Thikri, Barwani
Rangaon is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Rangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangaon is 478200. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.07 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Rangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangaon
As per Census 2011, Rangaon village has a total population of 1,912 people, consisting of 1,011 males and 901 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 564 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,912 | 1,011 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 134 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 397 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 305 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 634 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 912 | 377 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Rangaon
Rangaon 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 Rangaon
Rangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Rangaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Rangaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Rangaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rangaon
Where is Rangaon located?
Rangaon village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangaon?
Rangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rangaon?
The pincode of Rangaon is 451660.
What is the population of Rangaon?
Rangaon has a total population of 1,912, including 1,011 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Rangaon?
There are 435 households in Rangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangaon is 52.30%. Male literacy is 62.71% and female literacy is 40.62%.