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
According to the 2011 Census, Ranga village had a total population of 327 people, including 168 males and 159 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.12%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 71.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 327, including 168 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Ranga?
Ranga had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga was 84.12%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 71.23%.