Ranamal - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Ranamal is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ranamal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranamal is 424096. The village covers a total geographical area of 707 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ranamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranamal
As per Census 2011, Ranamal village has a total population of 3,079 people, consisting of 1,508 males and 1,571 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,425 literate and 1,654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,079 | 1,508 | 1,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 198 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 229 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 139 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 878 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,654 | 630 | 1,024 |
Nearby Villages of Ranamal
Ranamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhursiguda | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Thelkomunda | North | 2.26 km |
| Gungunia | South | 2.34 km |
| Matualguda | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Umer | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Arebeda | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Nuagaon | East | 3.27 km |
| Gatabandha | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Bhainri | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Madhupur | West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranamal
Ranamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Junagarh to Ranamal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ranamal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ranamal
Where is Ranamal located?
Ranamal village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranamal?
Ranamal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranamal?
The pincode of Ranamal is 766017.
What is the population of Ranamal?
Ranamal has a total population of 3,079, including 1,508 males and 1,571 females.
How many households are there in Ranamal?
There are 753 households in Ranamal.
What is the literacy rate in Ranamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranamal is 46.28%. Male literacy is 58.22% and female literacy is 34.82%.