Rangaon - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Rangaon is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Rangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangaon is 505698. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.97 hectares and falls under the 450991 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Khandwa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Rangaon
As per Census 2011, Rangaon village has a total population of 2,763 people, consisting of 1,414 males and 1,349 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,731 literate and 1,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,763 | 1,414 | 1,349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 172 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 177 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,731 | 1,017 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,032 | 397 | 635 |
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.
| 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 Khandwa to Rangaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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) | 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 Rangaon
Where is Rangaon located?
Rangaon village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) 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 450991.
What is the population of Rangaon?
Rangaon has a total population of 2,763, including 1,414 males and 1,349 females.
How many households are there in Rangaon?
There are 631 households in Rangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangaon is 62.65%. Male literacy is 71.92% and female literacy is 52.93%.