Ranadah Tola - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Ranadah Tola is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Ranadah Tola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranadah Tola is 214379. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.25 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Ranadah Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranadah Tola
As per Census 2011, Ranadah Tola village has a total population of 859 people, consisting of 436 males and 423 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 696 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranadah Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 436 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 61 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 696 | 356 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 211 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 225 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Ranadah Tola
Ranadah Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogedah | West | 2.33 km |
| Jhanak Pur | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Machbandhawa | North | 3.41 km |
| Gaya Dah | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Sangsoti | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Chan Pur | North | 4.31 km |
| Karacha Tola | West | 4.34 km |
| Munagadih | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Chak Bagdari Sani | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Dhanawar | North | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranadah Tola
Ranadah Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Ranadah Tola is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranadah Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranadah Tola 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 Ranadah Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranadah Tola 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 Ranadah Tola
Where is Ranadah Tola located?
Ranadah Tola village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranadah Tola?
Ranadah Tola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranadah Tola?
The pincode of Ranadah Tola is 231208.
What is the population of Ranadah Tola?
Ranadah Tola has a total population of 859, including 436 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Ranadah Tola?
There are 172 households in Ranadah Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Ranadah Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranadah Tola is 40.75%. Male literacy is 48.39% and female literacy is 32.86%.