Ranja
Ranja is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kankadpal is the gram panchayat of Ranja village.
Here you can discover what makes Ranja unique in its vibrant Dhenkanal Sadar-Dhenkanal 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 403253. The village spans a total geographical area of 327 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759013. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Ranja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Ranja
Population of Ranja
According to the 2011 Census, Ranja has a total population of about 1,002, with approximately 497 males and 505 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 530 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 98. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.79%, with male literacy at about 61.57% and female literacy near 50.10%. There are around 258 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 | 1,002 | 497 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 268 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 43 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 306 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 191 | 252 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ranja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ranja is Kankadpal (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 759013, 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 1,002, with 497 males and 505 females.
- How many households are there in Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ranja village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ranja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranja is 55.79%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 50.10%.