Rantola - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Rantola is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Rantola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rantola is 214126. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.82 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Rantola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rantola
As per Census 2011, Rantola village has a total population of 1,009 people, consisting of 525 males and 484 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 504 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 743 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rantola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 525 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 90 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 743 | 377 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 349 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 176 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Rantola
Rantola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kataudhi | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Kirawani | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Govindpur | South | 3.27 km |
| Katolli | East | 3.46 km |
| Khairahi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Murdhowa | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Kushmaha | South | 5.10 km |
| Manabasa | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Jharo Kala | East | 5.35 km |
| Raspahari | South-West | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rantola
Rantola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Muirpur Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Rantola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Rantola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rantola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rantola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rantola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rantola 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 Rantola
Where is Rantola located?
Rantola village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rantola?
Rantola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rantola?
The pincode of Rantola is 231208.
What is the population of Rantola?
Rantola has a total population of 1,009, including 525 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Rantola?
There are 186 households in Rantola.
What is the literacy rate in Rantola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rantola is 49.95%. Male literacy is 66.48% and female literacy is 32.02%.