Raniguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Raniguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mecca serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raniguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raniguda is 430406. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Raniguda 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 Raniguda
As per Census 2011, Raniguda village has a total population of 59 people, consisting of 27 males and 32 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,185 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raniguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Raniguda
Raniguda 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 Raniguda
Public transport in the Raniguda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Raniguda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Raniguda is about 50 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 Raniguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raniguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raniguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raniguda 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 Raniguda
Where is Raniguda located?
Raniguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raniguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raniguda is Mecca.
What is the pincode of Raniguda?
The pincode of Raniguda is 764044.
What is the population of Raniguda?
Raniguda has a total population of 59, including 27 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Raniguda?
There are 15 households in Raniguda.
What is the literacy rate in Raniguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raniguda is 18.64%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 6.25%.