Rangamura - Belonia, South Tripura
Rangamura is a village situated in the Belonia subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 10 km from Rajnagar and around 70 km from Udaipur. North Rangamura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamura is 272256. The village covers a total geographical area of 1019 hectares and falls under the 799153 pincode. Belonia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rangamura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangamura
As per Census 2011, Rangamura village has a total population of 3,041 people, consisting of 1,579 males and 1,462 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,369 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangamura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,041 | 1,579 | 1,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 201 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,223 | 653 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,369 | 1,281 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 298 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Rangamura
Rangamura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Krishnapur | South | 3.01 km |
| Nidaya | North | 5.15 km |
| Dakshin Krishnapur | South | 5.64 km |
| Prakashnagar | East | 5.73 km |
| Rajnagar | East | 6.01 km |
| Bardosh | South-East | 6.59 km |
| Jaichandrapur | East | 6.78 km |
| Barapathari | North-East | 7.24 km |
| Kalikrishnanagar | North | 7.44 km |
| Himmatpur | North | 7.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rangamura
Rangamura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 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 Belonia to Rangamura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Rangamura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangamura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangamura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rangamura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangamura 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 Rangamura
Where is Rangamura located?
Rangamura village is located in Belonia Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangamura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangamura is North Rangamura.
What is the pincode of Rangamura?
The pincode of Rangamura is 799153.
What is the population of Rangamura?
Rangamura has a total population of 3,041, including 1,579 males and 1,462 females.
How many households are there in Rangamura?
There are 697 households in Rangamura.
What is the literacy rate in Rangamura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangamura is 77.90%. Male literacy is 81.13% and female literacy is 74.42%.