Ranga Matia - Nayagram, Jhargram
Ranga Matia is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Barakhakri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranga Matia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranga Matia is 340876. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.01 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Ranga Matia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranga Matia
According to the 2011 Census, Ranga Matia village had a total population of 179 people, including 97 males and 82 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.25%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 56.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 72 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Ranga Matia
Ranga Matia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ranga Matia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ranga Matia.
| 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 Jhargram to Ranga Matia is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranga Matia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranga Matia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranga Matia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranga Matia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranga Matia
Where is Ranga Matia located?
Ranga Matia village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranga Matia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranga Matia is Barakhakri.
What is the pincode of Ranga Matia?
The pincode of Ranga Matia is 721135.
What is the population of Ranga Matia?
Ranga Matia had a total population of 179, including 97 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Ranga Matia?
Ranga Matia had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranga Matia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranga Matia was 71.25%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 56.76%.