Ranigam

Ranigam is a village located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Bada Baragam is the gram panchayat of Ranigam village.

Ranigam has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ranigam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranigam is 412184. The village spans a total geographical area of 288 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761018. Purusottampur is nearest town to Ranigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ranigam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khalikote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aska Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ranigam

Below is a concise population overview of Ranigam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,691 870 821
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 215 114 101
Scheduled Castes (SC) 737 374 363
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 963 614 349
Illiterate Population 728 256 472

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ranigam village:

  • The total population of Ranigam village is around 1,691, including approximately 870 males and 821 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Ranigam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ranigam village has 737 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ranigam village is about 56.95%, with male literacy at 70.57% and female literacy at 42.51%.
  • There are around 348 households in Ranigam village.

Connectivity of Ranigam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranigam. As per the 2011 stats, Ranigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ranigam

Knowing the nearby villages of Ranigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranigam.

Kathagada Deulapalli Khatadi Barapalli Kusapatta Karandapalli Babarapur Patanapalli Alias Brundaban Chandrapur Baksipalli Sarasingi Raghunathpalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Ranigam

Where is Ranigam located?
Ranigam village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranigam is Bada Baragam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ranigam?
The pincode of Ranigam is 761018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ranigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranigam is 1,691, with 870 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Ranigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ranigam village has a total of 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranigam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranigam is 56.95%. The male literacy rate is 70.57%, while the female literacy rate is 42.51%.