Ranja
Ranja is a village located in Khamar tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Khamar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Sankhamur is the gram panchayat of Ranja village.
Ranja has its own place in the vibrant Anugul region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ranja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranja is 403586. The village spans a total geographical area of 396 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759118. Palalahada is nearest town to Ranja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Ranja
Population of Ranja
Below is a concise population overview of Ranja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 491 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 92 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 344 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 147 | 239 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ranja village:
- The total population of Ranja village is around 972, including approximately 491 males and 481 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Ranja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ranja village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 203 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ranja village is about 60.29%, with male literacy at 70.06% and female literacy at 50.31%.
- There are around 249 households in Ranja village.
Connectivity of Ranja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranja. As per the 2011 stats, Ranja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ranja
Knowing the nearby villages of Ranja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ranja
- Where is Ranja located?
- Ranja village is situated in Khamar Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ranja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ranja is Sankhamur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ranja?
- The pincode of Ranja is 759118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranja is 972, with 491 males and 481 females.
- How many households are there in Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ranja village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranja is 60.29%. The male literacy rate is 70.06%, while the female literacy rate is 50.31%.