Rangamatia - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Rangamatia is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Talbahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamatia is 384922. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 93 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 Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangamatia
According to the 2011 Census, Rangamatia village had a total population of 441 people, including 223 males and 218 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.94%, with male literacy at 55.43% and female literacy at 23.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
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 | 441 | 223 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 223 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 97 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 126 | 180 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barghat | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Mahulata | West | 1.81 km |
| Kardakudar | East | 1.88 km |
| Fuljhar | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Landamunda | North | 2.38 km |
| Kuliposh | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Talbahali | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Gundichanali | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Bhuguda | West | 3.12 km |
| Khatiabhangoni | North | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rangamatia
Public transport in the Rangamatia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Rangamatia is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Rangamatia is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rangamatia
Where is Rangamatia located?
Rangamatia village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangamatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangamatia is Talbahali.
What is the pincode of Rangamatia?
The pincode of Rangamatia is 770044.
What is the population of Rangamatia?
Rangamatia had a total population of 441, including 223 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Rangamatia?
Rangamatia had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangamatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangamatia was 39.94%. Male literacy was 55.43% and female literacy was 23.31%.