Rangamatia - Oupada, Balasore
Rangamatia is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Rairamachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamatia is 393374. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rangamatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangamatia
As per Census 2011, Rangamatia village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 129 males and 137 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 232 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangamatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 129 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 112 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 61 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Rangamatia
Rangamatia 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 Rangamatia
Rangamatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Rangamatia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rangamatia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangamatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangamatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rangamatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangamatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangamatia
Where is Rangamatia located?
Rangamatia village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangamatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangamatia is Rairamachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Rangamatia?
The pincode of Rangamatia is 756049.
What is the population of Rangamatia?
Rangamatia has a total population of 266, including 129 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Rangamatia?
There are 58 households in Rangamatia.
What is the literacy rate in Rangamatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangamatia is 41.35%. Male literacy is 52.71% and female literacy is 30.66%.