Rangamatia - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Rangamatia is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamatia is 416100. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Rangamatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangamatia
As per Census 2011, Rangamatia village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 86 males and 70 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangamatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 50 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Rangamatia
Rangamatia 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 Rangamatia
Public transport in the Rangamatia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Rangamatia is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Rangamatia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangamatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangamatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rangamatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangamatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangamatia
Where is Rangamatia located?
Rangamatia village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangamatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangamatia is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Rangamatia?
The pincode of Rangamatia is 762028.
What is the population of Rangamatia?
Rangamatia has a total population of 156, including 86 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Rangamatia?
There are 37 households in Rangamatia.
What is the literacy rate in Rangamatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangamatia is 51.28%. Male literacy is 58.14% and female literacy is 42.86%.