Ranginiguda - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Ranginiguda is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Orkel and around 55 km from Malkangiri . Parkhanmalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranginiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranginiguda is 430876. The village covers a total geographical area of 827 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ranginiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranginiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ranginiguda village had a total population of 186 people, including 89 males and 97 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.59%, with male literacy at 27.54% and female literacy at 27.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 186 | 89 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 70 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Ranginiguda
Ranginiguda 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 Ranginiguda
Ranginiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Ranginiguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Ranginiguda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranginiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranginiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranginiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranginiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranginiguda
Where is Ranginiguda located?
Ranginiguda village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranginiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranginiguda is Parkhanmalla.
What is the pincode of Ranginiguda?
The pincode of Ranginiguda is 764051.
What is the population of Ranginiguda?
Ranginiguda had a total population of 186, including 89 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Ranginiguda?
Ranginiguda had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranginiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranginiguda was 27.59%. Male literacy was 27.54% and female literacy was 27.63%.