Ranga - Nimapada, Puri
Ranga is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Miteipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranga is 408899. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranga
As per Census 2011, Ranga village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 168 males and 159 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 145 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 23 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Ranga
Ranga 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 Ranga
Public transport in the Ranga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Ranga is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ranga is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranga
Where is Ranga located?
Ranga village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranga is Miteipur.
What is the pincode of Ranga?
The pincode of Ranga is 752106.
What is the population of Ranga?
Ranga has a total population of 327, including 168 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Ranga?
There are 72 households in Ranga.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga is 76.15%. Male literacy is 86.31% and female literacy is 65.41%.