Rangamatia - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Rangamatia is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Charamal and around 82 km from Sambalpur. Bharatapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamatia is 382370. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Rangamatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangamatia
As per Census 2011, Rangamatia village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 71 males and 72 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangamatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 17 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Rangamatia
Rangamatia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharatapur | South | 1.68 km |
| Chudapudug | East | 2.13 km |
| Ainlapali | South | 2.26 km |
| Makarkenda | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Bhadidara | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Kusapali | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Gobardhanpur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Kuilipadar | North | 3.68 km |
| Mahaling | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Badakhol | West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rangamatia
Rangamatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Rangamatia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Rangamatia is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangamatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangamatia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rangamatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangamatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangamatia
Where is Rangamatia located?
Rangamatia village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangamatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangamatia is Bharatapur.
What is the pincode of Rangamatia?
The pincode of Rangamatia is 768106.
What is the population of Rangamatia?
Rangamatia has a total population of 143, including 71 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Rangamatia?
There are 35 households in Rangamatia.
What is the literacy rate in Rangamatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangamatia is 64.34%. Male literacy is 76.06% and female literacy is 52.78%.