Ranibandha - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Ranibandha is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chatikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranibandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranibandha is 425311. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ranibandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranibandha
According to the 2011 Census, Ranibandha village had a total population of 197 people, including 86 males and 111 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,291 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.86%, with male literacy at 31.58% and female literacy at 23.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 197 | 86 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 79 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 62 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Ranibandha
Ranibandha 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 Ranibandha
Public transport in the Ranibandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ranibandha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Ranibandha is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ranibandha is about 40 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 Ranibandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranibandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ranibandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranibandha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranibandha
Where is Ranibandha located?
Ranibandha village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranibandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranibandha is Chatikona.
What is the pincode of Ranibandha?
The pincode of Ranibandha is 765019.
What is the population of Ranibandha?
Ranibandha had a total population of 197, including 86 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Ranibandha?
Ranibandha had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranibandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranibandha was 26.86%. Male literacy was 31.58% and female literacy was 23.23%.