Raniput - Jeypore, Koraput
Raniput is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Anta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raniput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raniput is 429063. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 764005 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Raniput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raniput
As per Census 2011, Raniput village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 245 males and 250 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 150 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 322 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raniput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 245 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 68 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 161 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 90 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 155 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Raniput
Raniput 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 Raniput
Public transport in the Raniput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raniput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Raniput is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Raniput is about 32 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 Raniput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raniput 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raniput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raniput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raniput
Where is Raniput located?
Raniput village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raniput?
The Gram Panchayat of Raniput is Anta.
What is the pincode of Raniput?
The pincode of Raniput is 764005.
What is the population of Raniput?
Raniput has a total population of 495, including 245 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Raniput?
There are 103 households in Raniput.
What is the literacy rate in Raniput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raniput is 30.30%. Male literacy is 36.73% and female literacy is 24.00%.