Ranipanga - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Ranipanga is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 100 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranipanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranipanga is 417145. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Ranipanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranipanga
According to the 2011 Census, Ranipanga village had a total population of 560 people, including 275 males and 285 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.05%, with male literacy at 47.74% and female literacy at 17.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 275 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 249 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 95 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 180 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Ranipanga
Ranipanga 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 Ranipanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ranipanga.
| 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 Phulabani to Ranipanga is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ranipanga is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranipanga 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 Ranipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranipanga 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 Ranipanga
Where is Ranipanga located?
Ranipanga village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranipanga?
Ranipanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranipanga?
The pincode of Ranipanga is 762103.
What is the population of Ranipanga?
Ranipanga had a total population of 560, including 275 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Ranipanga?
Ranipanga had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranipanga was 32.05%. Male literacy was 47.74% and female literacy was 17.59%.