Rangtara - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Rangtara is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 44.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Baraturigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangtara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangtara is 316607. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.94 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Rangtara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rangtara
As per Census 2011, Rangtara village has a total population of 4,120 people, consisting of 2,093 males and 2,027 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 743 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,305 literate and 1,815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangtara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,120 | 2,093 | 2,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 743 | 374 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,305 | 1,268 | 1,037 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,815 | 825 | 990 |
Nearby Villages of Rangtara
Rangtara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanaipur | North | 1.55 km |
| Baraturigram | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Ghoshgram | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Kalisara (p) | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Jhikarhati | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Khamedda | North | 2.88 km |
| Birchandrapur | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Kalikapur | East | 3.47 km |
| Isira | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Durakhi | West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rangtara
Rangtara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarapith Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Rangtara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Rangtara is about 44.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangtara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangtara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rangtara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangtara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rangtara
Where is Rangtara located?
Rangtara village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangtara?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangtara is Baraturigram.
What is the pincode of Rangtara?
The pincode of Rangtara is 731216.
What is the population of Rangtara?
Rangtara has a total population of 4,120, including 2,093 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Rangtara?
There are 810 households in Rangtara.
What is the literacy rate in Rangtara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangtara is 55.95%. Male literacy is 60.58% and female literacy is 51.16%.