Ranikona - Similiguda, Koraput
Ranikona is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dolaiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranikona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranikona is 429962. The village covers a total geographical area of 484 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ranikona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranikona
As per Census 2011, Ranikona village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 357 males and 360 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 453 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranikona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 357 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 74 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 239 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 156 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 201 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Ranikona
Ranikona 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 Ranikona
Public transport in the Ranikona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Ranikona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ranikona is about 27 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 Ranikona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranikona 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 Ranikona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranikona 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranikona
Where is Ranikona located?
Ranikona village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranikona?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranikona is Dolaiguda.
What is the pincode of Ranikona?
The pincode of Ranikona is 764036.
What is the population of Ranikona?
Ranikona has a total population of 717, including 357 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Ranikona?
There are 192 households in Ranikona.
What is the literacy rate in Ranikona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranikona is 33.19%. Male literacy is 43.70% and female literacy is 22.78%.