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
As per Census 2011, Ranipanga village has a total population of 560 people, consisting of 275 males and 285 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranipanga are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 560, including 275 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Ranipanga?
There are 111 households in Ranipanga.
What is the literacy rate in Ranipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranipanga is 23.75%. Male literacy is 34.55% and female literacy is 13.33%.