Randi - Polasara, Ganjam
Randi is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhabarada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Randi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randi is 411506. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Randi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Randi
As per Census 2011, Randi village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 84 males and 72 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 35 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Randi
Randi 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopiapalli | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Jagapalli | West | 1.34 km |
| Bhabarada | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Khajuria | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Kusapalli | West | 3.73 km |
| Hansaralli | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Chirikipadasasan | West | 4.63 km |
| Tentulia | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Nimina | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Golia | West | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Randi
Public transport in the Randi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Randi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Randi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randi 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Randi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Randi
Where is Randi located?
Randi village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randi?
The Gram Panchayat of Randi is Bhabarada.
What is the pincode of Randi?
The pincode of Randi is 761105.
What is the population of Randi?
Randi has a total population of 156, including 84 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Randi?
There are 41 households in Randi.
What is the literacy rate in Randi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randi is 57.05%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 55.56%.