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
As per Census 2011, Randanga village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 64 males and 67 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randanga are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 131, including 64 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Randanga?
There are 32 households in Randanga.
What is the literacy rate in Randanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randanga is 33.59%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 14.93%.