Ranapur - Soro, Balasore
Ranapur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Manipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranapur is 393729. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ranapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ranapur village had a total population of 550 people, including 276 males and 274 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.92%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 71.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 276 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 89 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 217 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 59 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Ranapur
Ranapur 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 Ranapur
Public transport in the Ranapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ranapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Soro to Ranapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ranapur is about 50 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 Ranapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranapur
Where is Ranapur located?
Ranapur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranapur is Manipur.
What is the pincode of Ranapur?
The pincode of Ranapur is 756045.
What is the population of Ranapur?
Ranapur had a total population of 550, including 276 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Ranapur?
Ranapur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranapur was 79.92%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 71.61%.