Ranto - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Ranto is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 120 km from Sundargarh. Birkera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranto village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranto is 384589. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ranto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranto
As per Census 2011, Ranto village has a total population of 1,855 people, consisting of 910 males and 945 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 976 literate and 879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,546 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranto are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,855 | 910 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 115 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,546 | 760 | 786 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 576 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 334 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Ranto
Ranto 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kenduberini | South | 1.70 km |
| Birikera | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Sanbirikera | North | 2.24 km |
| Nakkhandia | East | 2.78 km |
| Sanmareni | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Baunsjhad | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Khairbani | North | 4.76 km |
| Patua | South | 4.97 km |
| Jadakudar | East | 5.10 km |
| Goilo | South-West | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranto
Ranto is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lathikata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Ranto is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ranto is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranto 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 Ranto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranto village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ranto
Where is Ranto located?
Ranto village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranto?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranto is Birkera.
What is the pincode of Ranto?
The pincode of Ranto is 770037.
What is the population of Ranto?
Ranto has a total population of 1,855, including 910 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Ranto?
There are 414 households in Ranto.
What is the literacy rate in Ranto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranto is 52.61%. Male literacy is 63.30% and female literacy is 42.33%.