Ranipodur - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Ranipodur is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 196 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Arewada serves as the Village Panchayat for Ranipodur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranipodur is 539758. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.2 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 196 km away.
Ranipodur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranipodur
According to the 2011 Census, Ranipodur village had a total population of 260 people, including 129 males and 131 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.51%, with male literacy at 56.76% and female literacy at 38.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 259.
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 | 260 | 129 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 128 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 63 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 66 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Ranipodur
Ranipodur 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 Ranipodur
Ranipodur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Ranipodur is about 196 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranipodur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranipodur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranipodur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranipodur 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 Ranipodur
Where is Ranipodur located?
Ranipodur village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ranipodur?
The Village Panchayat of Ranipodur is Arewada.
What is the pincode of Ranipodur?
The pincode of Ranipodur is 442710.
What is the population of Ranipodur?
Ranipodur had a total population of 260, including 129 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Ranipodur?
Ranipodur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranipodur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranipodur was 47.51%. Male literacy was 56.76% and female literacy was 38.18%.