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.
Here you can discover what makes Ranja unique in its vibrant Khamar-Anugul region. You’ll see Ranja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Ranja has a total population of about 972, with approximately 491 males and 481 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 203. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.29%, with male literacy at about 70.06% and female literacy near 50.31%. There are around 249 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ranja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.