Ranitota - Machh Kund, Koraput
Ranitota is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Nandapur and around 48 km from Koraput. Peta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranitota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranitota is 429740. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ranitota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ranitota
According to the 2011 Census, Ranitota village had a total population of 384 people, including 186 males and 198 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.69%, with male literacy at 66.23% and female literacy at 34.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 384 | 186 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 28 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 100 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 86 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Ranitota
Ranitota 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 Ranitota
Ranitota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jeypur to Ranitota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ranitota is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranitota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranitota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ranitota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranitota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranitota
Where is Ranitota located?
Ranitota village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranitota?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranitota is Peta.
What is the pincode of Ranitota?
The pincode of Ranitota is 764037.
What is the population of Ranitota?
Ranitota had a total population of 384, including 186 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Ranitota?
Ranitota had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranitota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranitota was 49.69%. Male literacy was 66.23% and female literacy was 34.73%.