Ranganathpur - Talcher, Angul
Ranganathpur is a village situated in the Talcher tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Talcher Sadar and around 48 km from Anugul . Brajanathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranganathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranganathpur is 403952. The village covers a total geographical area of 322 hectares and falls under the 759100 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ranganathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talcher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranganathpur
As per Census 2011, Ranganathpur village has a total population of 650 people, consisting of 347 males and 303 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranganathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 650 | 347 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 185 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 294 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 53 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Ranganathpur
Ranganathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahadebapur | East | 0.59 km |
| Ekadal | West | 1.00 km |
| Biraramchandrapur | South | 1.10 km |
| Gopabalhabpur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Khandualbahal | South | 1.69 km |
| Ajatipur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Arakhapal | East | 1.83 km |
| Hariharpur Rayati | North | 1.84 km |
| Hiloi | West | 2.09 km |
| Dinabandhupur | North-West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranganathpur
Ranganathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Talcher to Ranganathpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Ranganathpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranganathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranganathpur 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 Ranganathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranganathpur 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 Ranganathpur
Where is Ranganathpur located?
Ranganathpur village is located in Talcher Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranganathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranganathpur is Brajanathpur.
What is the pincode of Ranganathpur?
The pincode of Ranganathpur is 759100.
What is the population of Ranganathpur?
Ranganathpur has a total population of 650, including 347 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Ranganathpur?
There are 121 households in Ranganathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ranganathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranganathpur is 85.54%. Male literacy is 84.73% and female literacy is 86.47%.