Randa - Puintala, Balangir
Randa is a village situated in the Puintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Balangir and around 12 km from Balangir. Randa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randa is 420142. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 767002 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Randa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Randa
As per Census 2011, Randa village has a total population of 1,710 people, consisting of 870 males and 840 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,119 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 722 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,710 | 870 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 103 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 722 | 375 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 641 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 229 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Randa
Randa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malmunda | West | 1.51 km |
| Padampur | East | 1.86 km |
| Mehermunda | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Gandabahal | North | 1.96 km |
| Gadtiamunda | South | 2.17 km |
| Junapadar | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Chandrapur | South | 2.86 km |
| Kulerbahali | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Gaintala | West | 2.97 km |
| Kurlupali | South | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Randa
Randa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 km.
| 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 Balangir to Randa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Randa is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Randa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Randa
Where is Randa located?
Randa village is located in Puintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randa?
Randa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Randa?
The pincode of Randa is 767002.
What is the population of Randa?
Randa has a total population of 1,710, including 870 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Randa?
There are 411 households in Randa.
What is the literacy rate in Randa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randa is 65.44%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 56.90%.