Randanga - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Randanga is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Belaghar and around 149 km from Phulbani. Guma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Randanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randanga is 417101. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Randanga 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 Randanga
According to the 2011 Census, Randanga village had a total population of 131 people, including 64 males and 67 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.72%, with male literacy at 72.34% and female literacy at 17.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 34 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 30 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Randanga
Randanga 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 Randanga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Randanga. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Randanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Randanga is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Randanga is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Randanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Randanga
Where is Randanga located?
Randanga village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Randanga is Guma.
What is the pincode of Randanga?
The pincode of Randanga is 762107.
What is the population of Randanga?
Randanga had a total population of 131, including 64 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Randanga?
Randanga had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Randanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randanga was 42.72%. Male literacy was 72.34% and female literacy was 17.86%.