Rangaon - Dahi, Dhar
Rangaon is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Rangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangaon is 475546. The village covers a total geographical area of 746.13 hectares and falls under the 454001 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangaon
As per Census 2011, Rangaon village has a total population of 2,361 people, consisting of 1,246 males and 1,115 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 1,543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,289 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,246 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 238 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,289 | 1,202 | 1,087 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 485 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,543 | 761 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Rangaon
Rangaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotba | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Kalmi | North | 2.40 km |
| Gajgota | South | 2.50 km |
| Fifeda | East | 2.66 km |
| Arada | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Khaydi | North | 2.95 km |
| Khatami | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Babali Khurd | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Digavi | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Kankriya | South | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rangaon
Rangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Rangaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Rangaon is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rangaon
Where is Rangaon located?
Rangaon village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar 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 454001.
What is the population of Rangaon?
Rangaon has a total population of 2,361, including 1,246 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Rangaon?
There are 450 households in Rangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangaon is 34.65%. Male literacy is 38.92% and female literacy is 29.87%.