Rangaon - Manawar, Dhar
Rangaon is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Rangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangaon is 475709. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.14 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rangaon
As per Census 2011, Rangaon village has a total population of 832 people, consisting of 412 males and 420 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 706 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 412 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 47 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 706 | 343 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 273 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 139 | 244 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thangaon | East | 1.41 km |
| Kalyanpura | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Kishanpur Khedi | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Amlatha | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Dhankhedi | North | 2.38 km |
| Jalkheda | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Rajpura | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Bajattakhurd | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Bamkaner | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Jhirvi | East | 3.46 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 Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rangaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Rangaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 2-5 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) | 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 Manawar 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 454446.
What is the population of Rangaon?
Rangaon has a total population of 832, including 412 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Rangaon?
There are 177 households in Rangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangaon is 53.97%. Male literacy is 66.26% and female literacy is 41.90%.