Ramana - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Ramana is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from Bishamakatak and around 89 km from Rayagada . Turiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramana is 425174. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ramana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramana
According to the 2011 Census, Ramana village had a total population of 184 people, including 87 males and 97 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.33%, with male literacy at 12.50% and female literacy at 2.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 78 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Ramana
Ramana 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 Ramana
Ramana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Rayagada to Ramana is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ramana is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ramana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramana
Where is Ramana located?
Ramana village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramana is Turiguda.
What is the pincode of Ramana?
The pincode of Ramana is 765019.
What is the population of Ramana?
Ramana had a total population of 184, including 87 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Ramana?
Ramana had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramana was 7.33%. Male literacy was 12.50% and female literacy was 2.56%.