Rattanga - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Rattanga is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhanjanagar and around 97 km from Chatrapur. Inginathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rattanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rattanga is 410648. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Rattanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rattanga
According to the 2011 Census, Rattanga village had a total population of 928 people, including 493 males and 435 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.42%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 77.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 928 | 493 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 411 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 82 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Rattanga
Rattanga 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 Rattanga
Rattanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Rattanga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Rattanga is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rattanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rattanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rattanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rattanga 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rattanga
Where is Rattanga located?
Rattanga village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rattanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Rattanga is Inginathi.
What is the pincode of Rattanga?
The pincode of Rattanga is 761126.
What is the population of Rattanga?
Rattanga had a total population of 928, including 493 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Rattanga?
Rattanga had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rattanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rattanga was 84.42%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 77.59%.