Ranipokhari - Aali, Kendrapara
Ranipokhari is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Balakati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranipokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranipokhari is 396115. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 754219 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ranipokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranipokhari
As per Census 2011, Ranipokhari village has a total population of 1,065 people, consisting of 524 males and 541 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranipokhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,065 | 524 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 328 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 354 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 170 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Ranipokhari
Ranipokhari 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 Ranipokhari
Ranipokhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pattamundai to Ranipokhari is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Ranipokhari is about 38 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 Ranipokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranipokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranipokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranipokhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ranipokhari
Where is Ranipokhari located?
Ranipokhari village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranipokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranipokhari is Balakati.
What is the pincode of Ranipokhari?
The pincode of Ranipokhari is 754219.
What is the population of Ranipokhari?
Ranipokhari has a total population of 1,065, including 524 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Ranipokhari?
There are 221 households in Ranipokhari.
What is the literacy rate in Ranipokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranipokhari is 60.75%. Male literacy is 67.56% and female literacy is 54.16%.