Ratanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Ratanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ratanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ratanga is 416411. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ratanga 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 Ratanga
As per Census 2011, Ratanga village has a total population of 1,001 people, consisting of 508 males and 493 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ratanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001 | 508 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 381 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 127 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Ratanga
Ratanga 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 Ratanga
Ratanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phulabani to Ratanga is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ratanga is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ratanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ratanga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ratanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ratanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ratanga
Where is Ratanga located?
Ratanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ratanga?
Ratanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ratanga?
The pincode of Ratanga is 762011.
What is the population of Ratanga?
Ratanga has a total population of 1,001, including 508 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Ratanga?
There are 247 households in Ratanga.
What is the literacy rate in Ratanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ratanga is 65.73%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 56.19%.