Rangaparu - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Rangaparu is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangaparu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangaparu is 422682. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Rangaparu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangaparu
As per Census 2011, Rangaparu village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 100 males and 102 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangaparu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 48 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 52 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Rangaparu
Rangaparu 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 Rangaparu
Rangaparu 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 >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 Kesinga to Rangaparu is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Rangaparu 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 Rangaparu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangaparu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangaparu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangaparu 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 Rangaparu
Where is Rangaparu located?
Rangaparu village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangaparu?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangaparu is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Rangaparu?
The pincode of Rangaparu is 766102.
What is the population of Rangaparu?
Rangaparu has a total population of 202, including 100 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Rangaparu?
There are 66 households in Rangaparu.
What is the literacy rate in Rangaparu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangaparu is 35.64%. Male literacy is 48.00% and female literacy is 23.53%.