Rangapathara - Rayagada, Gajapati

Rangapathara is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Jeerango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangapathara village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangapathara is 414794. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.

Rangapathara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Rangapathara

According to the 2011 Census, Rangapathara village had a total population of 154 people, including 73 males and 81 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.50%, with male literacy at 52.83% and female literacy at 43.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Rangapathara

Rangapathara 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Rangapathara

Rangapathara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Rangapathara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Rangapathara is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Rangapathara

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangapathara village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Rangapathara

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangapathara village are given below:

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