Ranta - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Ranta is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 250 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bhutuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranta is 384953. The village covers a total geographical area of 1165 hectares and falls under the 770041 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Ranta 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 Ranta
As per Census 2011, Ranta village has a total population of 730 people, consisting of 402 males and 328 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 591 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 730 | 402 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 314 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 67 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 335 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Ranta
Ranta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutuda | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Siliguda | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Randa | North | 3.25 km |
| Chada | East | 4.33 km |
| Lasi | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Ladapani | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Badhabhuin | West | 4.72 km |
| Kilinda | West | 5.05 km |
| Sareikela | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Damalu | North-West | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranta
Public transport in the Ranta is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| 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 Ranta is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ranta is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranta 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 Ranta
Where is Ranta located?
Ranta village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranta?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranta is Bhutuda.
What is the pincode of Ranta?
The pincode of Ranta is 770041.
What is the population of Ranta?
Ranta has a total population of 730, including 402 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Ranta?
There are 204 households in Ranta.
What is the literacy rate in Ranta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranta is 11.51%. Male literacy is 16.67% and female literacy is 5.18%.