Randa - Manawar, Dhar
Randa is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Ranade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Randa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randa is 475779. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.47 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Randa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Randa
According to the 2011 Census, Randa village had a total population of 1,560 people, including 794 males and 766 females, living in 382 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.57%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 50.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,530.
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 | 1,560 | 794 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 126 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,530 | 779 | 751 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 526 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 268 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Randa
Randa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pratappur Dabhya | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Aharwas | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Sakalda | North | 2.82 km |
| Ibrahimpura | South | 2.87 km |
| Ramadhama | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Piplya Kamin | South | 3.98 km |
| Jamanya Khurd | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Kachhadad | West | 4.13 km |
| Panjariya | North | 4.44 km |
| Balipur Bujurg | South-East | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Randa
Randa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Randa is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Randa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Randa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Randa
Where is Randa located?
Randa village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randa?
The Gram Panchayat of Randa is Ranade.
What is the pincode of Randa?
The pincode of Randa is 454446.
What is the population of Randa?
Randa had a total population of 1,560, including 794 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Randa?
Randa had 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Randa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randa was 64.57%. Male literacy was 78.74% and female literacy was 50.37%.