Ranke - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Ranke is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Pankdihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranke village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranke is 384975. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ranke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranke
As per Census 2011, Ranke village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 129 males and 127 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranke are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 105 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 48 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 81 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Ranke
Ranke 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 Ranke
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ranke.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Ranke is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ranke is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranke 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranke 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 Ranke
Where is Ranke located?
Ranke village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranke?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranke is Pankdihi.
What is the pincode of Ranke?
The pincode of Ranke is 770037.
What is the population of Ranke?
Ranke has a total population of 256, including 129 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Ranke?
There are 49 households in Ranke.
What is the literacy rate in Ranke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranke is 24.22%. Male literacy is 37.21% and female literacy is 11.02%.