Rangiguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Rangiguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lakhabahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangiguda is 423005. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Rangiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangiguda
As per Census 2011, Rangiguda village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 50 males and 36 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 720 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 47 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Rangiguda
Rangiguda 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 Rangiguda
Rangiguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Rangiguda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangiguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangiguda
Where is Rangiguda located?
Rangiguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangiguda is Lakhabahali.
What is the pincode of Rangiguda?
The pincode of Rangiguda is 766027.
What is the population of Rangiguda?
Rangiguda has a total population of 86, including 50 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Rangiguda?
There are 16 households in Rangiguda.